Table of contents:
- What medicine tinidazole?
- What is tinidazole for?
- How is tinidazole used?
- How is tinidazole stored?
- Tinidazole dosage
- What is the tinidazole dosage for adults?
- What is the tinidazole dosage for children?
- In what dosage is tinidazole available?
- Tinidazole side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to tinidazole?
- Tinidazole Drug Warnings and Cautions
- What should be known before using tinidazole?
- Is tinidazole safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Tinidazole Drug Interactions
- What medicines may interact with tinidazole?
- Can food or alcohol interact with tinidazole?
- What health conditions can interact with tinidazole?
- Tinidazole overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
What medicine tinidazole?
What is tinidazole for?
Tinidazole is a drug used to treat certain types of vaginal infections (bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis). This drug is also used to treat certain types of parasitic infections (giardiasis, amebiasis). This drug belongs to a class of antibiotics known as nitroimidazole. Tinidazole works by stopping the growth of bacteria and protozoa.
This antibiotic only treats bacterial and protozoal infections, it will not affect viral infections such as fever and influenza. Taking unnecessary antibiotics results in a lack of effectiveness for this drug.
How is tinidazole used?
To prevent stomach upset, use this medication at the same time as food as directed by your doctor. Your doctor may refer you to a single dose or use this medication once daily for 2 to 5 days. Dosage depends on your health condition, the type of infection being treated, and your response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on body weight. Adults generally need more than 1 tablet for each dose. Follow the doctor's instructions carefully.
If you have difficulty swallowing tablets, they can be crushed and mixed into food, or your pharmacist can make a suspension in syrup. If your pharmacist has prepared the suspension, shake the bottle well before using.
Tinidazole works best when the drug levels in the body are at a constant level. If you are using this medicine more than a day, use it at the same time every day.
Certain medications can reduce tinidazole absorption. If you are using cholestyramine or colestipol, wait at least 2 hours after your tinidazole dose before using these products.
Continue treatment until the prescribed amount is finished, even though symptoms have disappeared after a while. Stopping treatment too early can cause the infection to return.
Tell your doctor if your condition doesn't change or gets worse.
How is tinidazole stored?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Tinidazole dosage
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the tinidazole dosage for adults?
Dosage for Trichomoniasis in Adults
2 g orally once at mealtime
Your sexual partner should also be treated with the same dose at the same time
Dosage for Giardiasis in Adults
2 g orally once at mealtime
Dosage for Amebiasis in Adults
Intestinal: 2 g orally once a day at meal times for 3 days
Amebic liver abscess: 2 g orally once a day at meal times for 3-5 days
Dosage for Bacterial Vaginosis in Adults
Adult, nonpregnant women: 2 g orally once a day at meal times for 2 days or 1 g orally once a day at meal times for 5 days
What is the tinidazole dosage for children?
Dosage for Trichomoniasis in Children
2 g orally once at mealtime
Sexual partners should also be treated with the same dose at the same time
Dosage for Giardiasis in Children
Age 3 years and over: 50 mg / kg (up to 2 g) orally once at mealtime
Dosage for Amebiasis in Children
Age 3 years and over:
Intestinal: 50 mg / kg (up to 2 g) orally once a day at mealtime for 3 days
Amebic liver abscess: 50 mg / kg (up to 2 g) orally once a day at mealtime for 3-5 days
Close supervision is recommended when the duration of treatment exceeds 3 days
In what dosage is tinidazole available?
250 mg tablet
Tinidazole side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to tinidazole?
Seek emergency help immediately if you experience any of the following signs of an allergic reaction: rash; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects, such as:
- fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms
- numbness, burning pain, tingling sensation
- seizures
Mild side effects include:
- vaginal itching or discharge
- nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, indigestion
- constipation, diarrhea, stomach cramps
- feeling weak or tired
- headache, dizziness,
- metallic or bitter taste in the mouth
Not everyone experiences the above side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Tinidazole Drug Warnings and Cautions
What should be known before using tinidazole?
When deciding which drug to use, the risks and benefits of using the drug must be considered. This is a decision made by you and your doctor. The following should be considered for this drug:
Allergy
Tell your doctor if you have had an allergic or unusual reaction when using this medicine or other medicines. Tell your health care provider if you have any other allergies such as food allergies, food coloring, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read carefully the composition written on the packaging.
Children
Research related to the relationship of age to the effects of tinidazole has not been conducted in children. Safety and effectiveness have not been established. This drug is only used in children 3 years of age and over for the treatment of giardiasis and amebiasis.
Elderly
No information is available on the relationship between age and the effects of tinidazole in elderly patients. However, elderly patients are at a higher risk of developing heart, liver, or kidney problems due to advancing age which may require adjusting the tinidazole dose.
Is tinidazole safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
A = Not at risk
B = No risk in several studies
C = May be risky
D = There is positive evidence of risk
X = Contraindicated
N = Unknown
Tinidazole Drug Interactions
What medicines may interact with tinidazole?
Drug interactions can change how the drugs work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not include all drug interactions that can occur. Keep a list of the products you use (including prescription / nonprescription medicines and herbal products) and tell your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's knowledge.
Use of this medication with any of the following medicines is not usually recommended, but in some cases it may be necessary. If the two drugs are prescribed together, the doctor may change the dose or how often one or both drugs are used.
- Disulfiram
- Fluorouracil
Can food or alcohol interact with tinidazole?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of potential significance and are not all inclusive.
Use of this medicine with the following is not recommended, but may not be avoided in some cases. When used together, the doctor may change the dose or frequency of use, or give specific instructions regarding the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.
- Ethanol
What health conditions can interact with tinidazole?
The presence of other health problems can affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems, specifically:
- blood disease or a related history — tinidazole can make this condition worse
- central nervous system diseases, including epilepsy - tinidazole can increase the chance of seizures or other central nervous system side effects
- liver disease, severe — patients with severe liver disease may experience increased side effects
- thrush or vaginal yeast infection - tinidazole can make yeast infections worse
Tinidazole overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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