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Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is an antiparasitic medication that is used in the treatment of diarrhea and worm infections in children. It inhibits the growth of the parasite thereby treating the infection.

Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is used to prevent or treat fungal infections and also to treat certain skin disorders causing swelling and redness on skin

Uses of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup in children

Benefits of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup for your child

In Treatment of Infective Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to parasitic worm infections. It helps relieve frequent loose motions and also helps your child stay well by preventing them from coming back. Ensure that your child drinks plenty of fluids while taking this medicine.

In Treatment of Worm infections

Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is given for the treatment of worm infestations in the intestines. It is chiefly given to eradicate different types of roundworms and tapeworms. Usually prescribed for three to seven days, Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup kills the worms in the lumen of the intestine and later expels them out of the body through stools. As a result, your child’s infection is treated.

Side effects of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup in children

Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Nitarid

  • Urine discoloration
  • Skin rash
  • Abdominal pain
  • Headache
  • Chromaturia (abnormal coloration of urine)
  • Nausea

How can I give Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is to be taken with food.

How Nitarid Syrup works

Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup exhibits antibiotic and antiparasitic properties due to its detrimental effect on the DNA of infection-causing microorganisms. It is bactericidal and directly kills the microorganism.

Safety advice

Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is recommended.
However, consult with your child's doctor before giving Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup to your child if they have severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup is recommended.
However, consult your child’s doctor before giving Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup to your child if they have severe liver disease.

What if I forget to give Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup to my child?

Do not panic. You can give the missed dose as soon as you remember unless your child’s doctor has advised otherwise. Remember not to double the dose to catch up with the missed one. In case of any confusion, do consult your child’s doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.
  • To replenish the lost salts and water due to diarrhea, give ORS and plenty of fluids to your child.
  • Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if your child starts to feel better. Stopping it early may increase the risk of further infection.
  • Discontinue Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup and inform the doctor immediately if your child develops a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or has difficulty in breathing.
  • Never save the medicine for future illnesses since its effectiveness in future infections cannot be guaranteed.
  • Give Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup only when prescribed by the doctor and only to the person for whom it is prescribed. Never share the medicines as they can harm.
  • Some self-care tips:
    1. Make sure your child maintains proper hygiene to prevent infections.
    2. Keep your child’s surroundings clean.
    3. Encourage your child to take proper rest to expedite recovery.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Acylsalicylamides (Benzoic acids and derivatives)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antiprotozoal agents

Patient concerns

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I would like to know about a effective periodic worm medicine for my son who is 1.5 year and daughter who is 6
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Albendazole is commonly used for worm infestation.
My baby is having stomach problem. Frequent loose motion
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatmentdiarrhea can be caused by: inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) bacterial infections viral infections parasites malnutrition improper food preparation poor hygieneMake sure your child drinks plenty of fluids. Do not feed them foods that seem to trigger diarrhea. Wash your hands often ? especially after each diaper change ? to avoid spreading bacteria in the home.t?s important to follow the doctor?s advice carefully. Avoid giving your child foods or liquids that trigger diarrhea. Stick with bland foods instead (such as potatoes, toast, or bananas) until the diarrhea has subsided.
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FAQs

What if I give excess Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup by mistake?

No serious adverse effects have been reported after intake of high doses of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup. But this does not mean that it is safe to give more than the recommended doses of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup. In case you have given an excess of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup to your child, consult your child’s doctor right away.

What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup for the prescribed duration?

If the complete dose of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup fails to provide relief to your child, it could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing microorganism. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that has a stronger impact on the infection-causing agent.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup?

Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

My child’s urine color has changed ever since he started taking Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup. Is it normal?

Yes, it is normal. The chemical properties of Nitarid 100mg/5ml Syrup may change the urine color. It is a harmless side effect that will subside once the medicine is stopped after completing the treatment.
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