Tinidazole is employed to treat specific forms of vaginal infections (bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis). It's also used to treat particular kinds of parasite infections (giardiasis, amebiasis). It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as nitroimidazoles. It works by stopping the development of bacteria and protozoa.
This medication only treats bacterial and infections that are protozoal. It will not work for virus infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary misuse or use of any antibiotic can result in its decreased effectiveness.
To prevent stomach upset, take this medication with food as directed by your doctor. Your doctor may direct you to take a single dose or take it once daily for 2 to 5 days. Dosage is based on your medical condition, the type of disease being treated, and your response to treatment. In children, the dosage can be predicated on fat. Most grownups will need to take more than 1 tablet for each dose. Proceed with the physician's directions closely.
If you have trouble swallowing tablets, the tablets may be crushed and mixed in food, or your pharmacist can make a suspension in syrup. Should your pharmacist has ready a suspension, shake the bottle ahead of when each dose.
Tinidazole works best when the total amount of medicine in the human body is kept at a constant level. At the same time each day if you are taking this drug for more than one day, take it.
Specific medications may decrease the absorption of tinidazole. In the event that you are taking cholestyramine or colestipol, wait at least 2 hours after your dose that is tinidazole before either of the products.
Keep to take this medicine until the full prescribed amount is finished, also if symptoms disappear after a time that is short. Stopping the medication too soon may lead to a return of the disease.
Inform your medical professional if the condition persists or worsens.
Bitter/metallic taste in the lips, sickness, vomiting, upset stomach, stomach cramps/pain, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, or drowsiness might occur. If some of these results persist or worsen, tell your pharmacist or doctor promptly.
This drug may cause your urine or tongue to darken. This is harmless.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of adverse effects. Many people using this medication do not have adverse that is serious.
Inform your physician appropriate away if any of these unlikely but adverse that is serious occur: severe dizziness/feeling of spinning (vertigo), unsteadiness.
Tell your doctor right away if some of these rare but very serious side effects happen: fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat, numbness/tingling in arms/legs, signs of a new infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat), seizures.
Usage of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection. Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge, or other symptoms that are new.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate attention that is medical you notice any apparent symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), serious dizziness, trouble breathing.
It is not a list that is complete of adverse effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or doctor.
Within the US -
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about unwanted effects. You could report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Before taking tinidazole, inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other allergies if you are allergic to it; or to metronidazole; or. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergies or other issues. Communicate with your pharmacist to get more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your health background, especially of: blood dilemmas (e.g., low white blood cells), brain or stressed system disorders (e.g., neuropathy, seizures), untreated fungal/yeast infection, kidney dialysis, liver infection.
While using this medicine and for at least 3 days after your dose that is last not drink alcoholic beverages or take products that contain alcohol/propylene glycol. Doing so may cause severe stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and flushing. Consult your pharmacist for further information.
This medication may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.
During pregnancy, this medication should be properly used only when clearly required. Discuss the risks and benefits with your medical professional.
This drug passes into breast milk and could have effects that are undesirable a nursing infant. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using the this drug and for at minimum 3 days after completing this medicine. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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