What is Alinia: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Alinia overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Alinia

Generic Names:

  • Alinia

Uses:

  • Treats diarrhea caused by a parasite infection.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antiprotozoal

Forms:

  • Liquid, Tablet

How it’s taken:

  • By mouth

What is Alinia used for?

What form(s) does Alinia come in

  • Liquid

  • Tablet

What are common Alinia doses?

  • Tablet 500MG

  • Bottle 60ML of 100MG/5ML

Common Alinia prescriptions

  • Alinia
    60ml of 100mg/5ml bottle

  • Alinia
    500mg tablet

How to take Alinia

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Shake the oral liquid well before using. Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

  • Use only the form of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. The oral liquid and tablet forms contain different amounts of medicine.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. The mixed oral liquid can be stored at room temperature for 7 days. Throw away any unused medicine after 7 days.

  • Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

  • Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Shake the oral liquid well before using. Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup.

  • Use only the form of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. The oral liquid and tablet forms contain different amounts of medicine.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. The mixed oral liquid can be stored at room temperature for 7 days. Throw away any unused medicine after 7 days.

What to do if you miss a dose of Alinia

  • Store the medicine at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat and direct light.

  • Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

  • The liquid medicine is good for only 7 days after it is mixed. Throw away any liquid medicine you have left after 7 days.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Alinia contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to nitazoxanide.

Alinia warnings

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a weak immune system (such as HIV or AIDS).

Alinia interactions

  • Some foods and medicines can affect how nitazoxanide works. Tell your doctor if you are using a blood thinner, including warfarin.

  • Use only the form of this medicine that your doctor prescribed. The liquid and tablet forms contain different amounts of medicine.

  • The liquid form of this medicine contains sugar. This is especially important if you or your child has diabetes.

Alinia side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Headache.

  • Stomach pain, or vomiting.

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Nausea, stomach pain

  • Headache