Benzonidazole

Benzonidazole is a drug known commercially as Rochagan.

This drug is an antiparasitic administered in oral form, used specifically against Trypanosoma cruzi, the protozoan that causes Chagas disease.

Benzonidazole indications

Chagas disease.

Side effects of Benzonidazole

Blood changes; abdominal pain; Headache; skin allergies; fatigue; liver and kidney failure.

Benzonidazole contraindications

Pregnant or lactating women.

How to use Benzonidazole

Oral use

Adults and Children over 12 years

• Administer 5 to 7 mg per kg of body weight per day, divided into 2 doses, one after breakfast and the other after dinner (12-hour interval between doses).

Children under 12

• They may receive doses up to a maximum of 10 mg per kg of body weight per day, during the first 10 to 20 days of treatment, then reduce the dose to 5 to 7 mg per kg of weight per day.

Bezonidazole treatment should be continued for 30 to 60 consecutive days.