Alinia (Nitazoxanide)
Select your dosage below to view Alinia cost and place your order. Save up to 90% and get FREE standard shipping on prescription medication delivered to your door.
Select your dosage below to view Alinia cost and place your order. Save up to 90% and get FREE standard shipping on prescription medication delivered to your door.
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Last updated: February 9, 2022
Dr. Maaiah is a PharmD graduate who has practiced both in pharmaceutical consulting and retail pharmacy. His interests include consulting and the development and approval of new therapeutics. He currently works as a Medical Information Consultant (MIC) and as a retail pharmacist. As a MIC he helps pharmaceutical companies with projects and by consulting as a medical information expert.
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Alinia can be ordered online through CanadianPharmacyOnline.com or by calling 1-800-828-4489 and speaking to customer support. The chat feature can also be used for support. For more information please visit the “How to Order” page.
Yes, a valid prescription from your doctor is required to process your order. Alinia is a prescription medication and can only be sold with a prescription.
To process your order, you will need to submit a prescription. The prescription can be emailed ([email protected]), faxed (1-800-416-8019), or uploaded. Alternatively, we can reach out to your doctor to attain a valid prescription if you would like.
A 3-month supply (90 days) is the maximum amount that can be ordered at one time. Refills are kept on file for future orders. The amount that can be ordered will be based on the directions and quantity indicated on the prescription from your provider.
Absolutely. All our partner pharmacies are fully licensed and certified in their respective countries. We ensure that your shopping experience is safe and secure with our Norton Shopping Guarantee. We operate just like your local pharmacy would, with our main priority being to provide you access to safe and affordable prescription medication.
We make sure to keep drug prices low. You can view the Alinia (Nitazoxanide) cost savings below:
Nitazoxanide 500mg – (180 tablets)
We provide generic Alinia (Nitazoxanide) 500 mg tablets here at 90-Day Meds. A quantity of 60 tablets of generic Alinia (Nitazoxanide) costs $67, which comes out to $1.12 per unit.
Lowest Price Per Unit: $0.83/unit for generic Alinia (Nitazoxanide) 500 mg tablets
Our affordable prices are made available without the need for insurance. Our prices are often lower than the copay for those that have insurance. We are an affordable solution for both those that have or do not have insurance. Search for your medication to check and compare prices with your local pharmacy.
The cost of medications ordered from India, Canada, and Turkey are internally controlled by their respective governments. The US is a free market economy which is why the price may differ because pharmaceutical suppliers can charge what they consider appropriate for the product. As a result, we are able to offer lower prices to our patients as we utilize medications from these countries.
Sorry, we do not have an Alinia coupon available at this time.
Alinia (Nitazoxanide) is available as a generic alternative.
Generic drugs are typically 40-60% cheaper in price than the brand option.
Generic Alinia known as Nitazoxanide, contains the same active ingredient as brand Alinia. Both medications are indicated to treat the same conditions. Once the patent of a brand medication runs out then other companies can apply and manufacture the generic alternative.
Yes. An email notification will be sent to you once the item has been shipped. There are no shipping charges.
Express shipping is available if there is a product choice sourced from Canada. You have the option at the checkout page to select the express shipping option ($25).
We focus on helping you save money. Our standard shipping is FREE. Based on the medication source selected you will have options at the checkout page to select tracked ($15) or express shipping option ($25) if you so choose.
Refilling your prescription is made easy with our online pharmacy. You can sign into your online account and view your previous orders and see which prescriptions we have on file. Placing a refill order online is made simple by accessing the reorder section in your account.
You can also call us and speak to customer support to place a refill. Our live chat is also a great place to connect with us to place a refill order while you are on the go.
We do not automatically refill prescriptions as there can be cases where you are no longer taking the medication, your doctor has changed your dose, etc. However, we provide a friendly refill reminder service. We will kindly notify you by phone or email as to the best time to place a refill order based on your prescription history.
What is Alinia?
Alinia is prescription medication that is classified as an antiprotozoal agent.
What is Alinia used for?
Nitazoxanide is used to treat diarrhea caused by Cryptosporidium parvum or Giarda lamblia.
How does it work?
It inhibits pyruvate:ferredoxin oxidoreductase, which is an enzyme that is essential for anaerobic energy metabolism in protozoa species.
How do I take Anilia?
Alinia is taken as either a tablet or suspension, for diarrhea caused by G. lamblia or C. parvum (adults). This medication is taken with food or milk. Do not take more than directed by your doctor.
What dosages are available?
Alinia is available as 500 mg tablets and 100 mg/5 mL suspension (reconstituted).
What is the recommended dosage?
It is typically dosed 500 mg every 12 hours for 3 days but take as directed by your provider.
What is the maximum dosage?
The maximum recommended dosage is 1000 mg/day.
What if you miss a dose?
Take your next dose of Alinia as soon as possible. Skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule if it is almost time for your next dose. Never double doses.
What should you know before you take Alinia?
Alinia has not been studied in immunocompromised patients or patients with HIV for treatment of diarrhea caused by G. lamblia.
Alinia has not been shown to be superior to placebo in immunocompromised patients or patients with HIV for the treatment of diarrhea caused by C. parvum.
Some dosage forms may contain benzoate/benzoic acid, a metabolite of benzyl alcohol, which in large amounts has been associated with a potentially fatal toxicity (“gasping syndrome”) in neonates. “Gasping syndrome” comprises of metabolic acidosis, CNS dysfunction, hypotension, cardiovascular collapse, and respiratory distress.
Some formulations of Alinia may contain sucrose.
Use of Alinia in pregnancy is limited. The active metabolite, tizoxanide, is present in breast milk.
What are the side effects of Alinia?
The most common side effects include:
Speak to your doctor for a full list of side effects.
Does this medication interact with other drugs, foods, or alcohol?
Avoid concurrent use with warfarin.
Take Alinia with food to increase absorption.
How should this medication be stored?
Alinia Tablets
Alinia tablets should be stored at 25°C (77°F). Excursions are permitted to 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F)
Alinia Oral Suspension
The unsuspended powder should be stored at 25°C (77°F). Excursions are permitted to 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F).
The reconstituted suspension can be stored at room temperature for 7 days. After 7 days, the reconstituted suspension remaining must be discarded.
The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.
It is usually well-tolerated, and side effects are usually mild, including diarrhea. If the diarrhea worsens, check with your doctor.
It can cause gas. The FDA package insert reports this occurs in < 1% of patients ages 12 and up studied in clinical trials.
The maximum active metabolites are observed within 1-4 hours. Alinia’s elimination half-life is roughly 1 to 1.6 hours.
It is an effective medication for the treatment of diarrhea caused by G. lamblia or C. parvum. Alinia is available as a generic, nitazoxanide, and coupons are available for both brand and generic versions.
In vivo, the activity is believed to be due to interference with pyruvate:ferredoxin oxidoreductase (PFOR) enzyme-dependent electron transfer that is essential to anaerobic metabolism. In vitro, this medication inhibits the growth of trophozoites of G. lamblia and sporozoites and oocytes of C. parvum.
The above information is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before following any medical regimen to see if it is safe and effective for you.