Is there a role for nitazoxanide for treatment of norovirus gastroenteritis in immunocompromised patients?
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Do you recommend nitazoxanide in refractory diarrhea caused by norovirus in immunocompromised patients?
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Infectious Disease · National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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There is no good-quality evidence supporting a role for nitazoxanide for treatment of norovirus gastroenteritis in immunocompromised patients. The efficacy of nitazoxanide in viral gastroenteritis is supported by a small manufacturer-sponsored randomized, double-blind trial in non-immunocompromised ...
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Infectious Disease · Westchester County Healthcare Corp
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Conclusion: Although safe, NTZ likely contributes little to the management of chronic NoV.
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