A Nil Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics which is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of the infection-causing microorganisms.

A Nil Tablet is a combination of two medicines: A Nil Tablet1 and A Nil Tablet2.

Uses of A Nil Tablet

Benefits of A Nil Tablet

In Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. A Nil Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

In Dysentery

Dysentery or amoebic dysentery is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps and stomach pain. A Nil Tablet helps to treat this infection by killing the infection causing parasites. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

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Side effects of A Nil Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of A Nil

Nausea
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Metallic taste
Flatulence

How to use A Nil Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. A Nil Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking A Nil Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

A Nil Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of A Nil Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

A Nil Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
A Nil Tablet may make you feel sleepy, dizzy, confused. You may have hallucinations, fits (convulsions) or temporary eyesight problems (such as blurred or double vision) affecting your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of A Nil Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

A Nil Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of A Nil Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take A Nil Tablet?

If you miss a dose of A Nil Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

A Nil Tablet

A Nil Tablet should be taken with food but at the same time every day.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how medicine affects you.
It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
Discontinue A Nil Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

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Patient concerns

Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea

For diarrhea which antibiotic is good for kids and for dysentery which antibiotic is good for kids?

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of Patient?s symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will give opinion and prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis and clinical examination. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

FAQs

A Nil Tablet

What if I miss my dose?

Take A Nil Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Can I stop taking A Nil Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking A Nil Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

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References

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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver A Nil Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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A Nil Tablet

Introduction of A Nil Tablet

Uses of A Nil Tablet

Benefits of A Nil Tablet

In Diarrhea

In Dysentery

Side effects of A Nil Tablet

Common side effects of A Nil

How to use A Nil Tablet

Safety advice

What if you forget to take A Nil Tablet?

All substitutes

Quick tips

A Nil Tablet

Fact Box

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

FAQs

What if I miss my dose?

Can I stop taking A Nil Tablet when I feel better?

Related ayurvedic ingredients

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Disclaimer:

References

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