Indications & Usage
Diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium parvum: TRUSTNAL Powder for Oral Suspension (patients 1 year of age and older) and TRUSTNAL Tablets (patients 12 years and older) are indicated for the treatment of diarrhea caused by Giardia lamblia or Cryptosporidium parvum.
Limitations of Use: TRUSTNAL Powder for Oral Suspension and TRUSTNAL Tablets have not been shown to be effective for the treatment of diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum in HIV infected or immunodeficient patients.
Dosage & Administration
Recommended Dosage and Important Administration Instructions
Important Administration Instructions for Pediatric Patients 11 years of Age or Younger: TRUSTNAL tablets should not be administered to pediatric patients 11 years of age or younger because a single tablet contains a greater amount of Nitazoxanide than the recommended dosing in this pediatric age group.
Recommended Dosage for age 1 – 12 years
1 -3 years: 5 ml TRUSTNAL Powder for Oral Suspension ( 100 mg Nitazoxanide) taken orally every 12 hours with food, for 3 days.
4 – 11 years: 10 ml TRUSTNAL Powder for Oral Suspension ( 200 mg Nitazoxanide) taken orally every 12 hours with food, for 3 days.
12 years and older: One Trustnal Tablet ( 500 mg Nitazoxanide) taken orally every 12 hours with food, for 3 days or 25 ml TRUSTNAL Powder for Oral Suspension ( 500 mg Nitazoxanide) taken orally every 12 hours with food, for 3 days.
Trustnal is a product of Adwia Pharmaceuticals , Egypt – ATC Code: P01AX11
Dr. Ahmad Baker, PharmD
Senior Pharmacist & Health Educator
With over 23 years of clinical experience in hospital and community pharmacy across Egypt and Saudi Arabia, Dr. Ahmad specializes in reproductive health and pharmaceutical safety. He is dedicated to providing evidence-based guidance to empower patients in the MENA region.
Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes and reflects the latest pharmaceutical protocols. It is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Always consult Dr. Ahmad Baker or your healthcare provider before starting any treatment.