Well, the idea is to 'simulate' the symptoms and can target golems. 
Though...
Huh, I forgot to put in being able to infuse drinks and foods with it.
Need to stack it so Niks can use it as an ambush weapon.

Alternatively...
Time limit goes for a week by default and disease resistance and immunity cut it down even further.

(This is exactly why Niks is specifically for Continuum)