Tinidazole Tablets

indicated to target anaerobic bacterial infections to support recovery.

Strengths: 500mg

indicated to target anaerobic bacterial infections to support recovery.

Strengths: 500mg

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Conditions: Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Anaerobic Bacterial Infections
Alternative names: Fasigyn
Therapeutic class: Nitroimidazole Antibiotic
Pharmacological class: Nitroimidazole
Contraindications: hypersensitivity to nitroimidazoles; neurological disorders
Precautions and warnings: monitor for peripheral neuropathy
Minor side effects: nausea; metallic taste
Moderate side effects: diarrhoea; anorexia
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Patient summary: indicated to target anaerobic bacterial infections to support recovery.
Prescription status: POM
Manufacturer: Pfizer
Onset Time: 2 hours
Duration: 12–24 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C in a dry place.
Drug interactions: alcohol; warfarin

Serious side effects

seizures — requires immediate medical attention; peripheral neuropathy — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

it acts by causing DNA strand breakage and inhibiting further DNA synthesis in susceptible microorganisms.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: avoid in first trimester. Breastfeeding: stop use for 3 days after treatment.

indicated to target anaerobic bacterial infections to support recovery.

Active ingredient(s): Tinidazole
Listed indication(s): Giardiasis, Trichomoniasis, Anaerobic Bacterial Infections