Tinamid (Niclosamide)

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Brand Name: Tinamid

Generic Name: Niclosamide

Manufacturer/Agent: Cosmos Ltd

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 500mg

Pack size: 100

Trade Price: KES 540.00

Retail Price: @ KES 7.20

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Class: Anthelmintics (Anti-infectives)

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Molecular Formulae: C13H8CL2N2O4 = 327.1

Precautions: Hypersensitivity. avoid in 3rd trimester.

Indications/Uses: Tapeworm infections; 2g (chewed) after light b/fast, followed by a laxative 2 hrs later to expel dead worms.

Interactions: Alcohol.

Side Effects: Gastro-intestinal disturbances.rarely dizziness. skin rash. drowsiness .perianal itching. unpleasant taste.

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