| Active substance |
Niclosamide |
| Also known as |
Bayluscide, Nicloside |
| Blood pressure |
No significant effect on blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
5-chloro-N-(2-chloro-4-nitrophenyl)-2-hydroxybenzamide |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 2 grams initially, followed by 1 gram twice a day for a total of 7 days |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Effective against a wide range of intestinal parasites |
| Formula |
C13H8Cl2N2O4 |
| Half-life |
3 to 4 days in humans |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk of hepatotoxicity |
| Lab Test |
Detection in biological samples via chromatography and mass spectrometry |
| Main action |
Inhibits mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation in susceptible organisms |
| Side effects |
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and light |
| Strength |
500mg |
| Substance class |
Anthelmintic |
| Trade name |
Niclocide, Fenasal |
| Use in sports |
Not typically used in sports |
| Water Retention |
No significant water retention |
| Manufacturer |
Signature Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Packing |
10 tabs/blister |