This medication is an antiprotozoal compound, effective in treating diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium and Giardia.  It works by stopping the growth of certain protozoa that cause diarrhea.

Hypersensitivity.

Oral- Cryptosporidiosis, Giardiasis- Adult: 500 mg every 12 hour for 3 days. Child: 1-3 year: 100 mg every 12 hour; 4-11 year: 200 mg every 12 hour; ≥12 years: 500 mg every 12 hour. All doses to be taken for 3 days.

It comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken with food every 12 hours for 3 days.

• Caution needed for patients with history of HIV, kidney or liver impairment, problems with immune system, children less than 1 year, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

•  Central Nervous System: Headache.
•  Gastrointestinal: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting.

Take prescribed dose correctly and not to change the dose or discontinue therapy unless advised by your health care provider.

Oral: Suspension: Store it at 15-30°C (59-86°F). Tablet: Store it at room temperature.