Uses of Tinidazole 500mg

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1. Uses of the drug Tinidazole

What is Tinidazole? Tinidazole is prepared with a strength of 500mg, belonging to the subgroup of drugs acting on the vagina, amoebicide, and other antibiotics. Tinidazole 500mg drug is effective in the treatment of anaerobic infections of the gastrointestinal tract, gynecology, soft tissue and skin, giardiasis, trichomoniasis, intestinal and liver amoeba infections, prevention of postoperative anaerobic infections.
In addition, some other effects of the drug are not listed on the approved drug label, some doctors may prescribe the use of Tinidazole. Therefore, before taking the medicine, consult your doctor.

2. How to use Tinidazole

What does Tinidazole do? Tinidazole 500mg is available as a film-coated tablet. Dosage depends on each subject and disease condition:
Usual dose for adults with anaerobic infections: use 2 grams / time in the first day and 1 gram / time / day for the following days . Treatment regimen within 5-6 days. Usual Adult Dose for Trichomoniasis or Giardia: A single dose of 2 grams. Usual dose for adults with amoebiasis: 2grams/time/day for 3 days. Usual Adult Dose for Prophylaxis of Postoperative Infections: Use a single dose of 2 grams 12 hours before surgery. For children with trichomoniasis, the usual dose is 50-70mg/kg. The usual dose in children with giardiasis is a single dose of 50-70 mg/kg. The usual dose for children infected with amoeba is 50-60mg/kg/day and taken for 3 days. Patients can take the drug with or without food. However, to reduce stomach irritation you can take it with food and need to take the whole tablet with a full glass of water. For young children, you should use syrup or can crush the tablet and dissolve it with water for the child to drink. Use Tinidazole exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use more, smaller or longer than prescribed.
Use Tinidazole regularly to get the most benefit from it and can stop taking it if any new symptoms appear or the condition does not improve after 7 days. Absolutely do not abuse the drug for too long for a long time. This does not make the patient's condition better, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.

3. Undesirable effects when using the drug Tinidazole

Tinidazole 500mg medicine can cause some unwanted side effects and is more common if taken on an empty stomach, symptoms can include:
Nausea Anorexia Diarrhea Metallic taste Itching Urticaria Angioedema Headache Dizziness Dizziness Agranulocytosis Before prescribing medication, doctors always consider the benefits and effectiveness of Tinidazole. When using Tinidazole, it is still possible to have unwanted effects. Therefore, when unusual symptoms appear, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, rash, swelling or itching of the face and throat. , tongue, ... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the doctor or nurse for immediate medical intervention.

4. Some notes when using Tinidazole drug

Some notes when using Tinidazole include:
Report a history of allergy to Tinidazole or any other allergies. Tinidazole may contain ingredients that don't work and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Notice the medications you are taking including prescription, nonprescription, herbal and dietary supplements. Tinidazole is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. Use with caution in patients with pathologies such as central nervous system and peripheral neuropathy. Contraindicated for use in patients with problems such as hematopoietic disorders or a history of acute porphyria, or neurological disorders. Do not use Tinidazole 500mg for pregnant and lactating women, especially in the first 3 months of pregnancy. If you forget to take a dose of Tinidazole, take it again as soon as possible. However, if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking it as scheduled. Do not take more medicine than prescribed. Tinidazole overdose or ingestion can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, fainting,...

5. Drug interactions

Drug interactions can decrease the effectiveness of Tinidazole, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not start, stop or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent.

6. How to store Tinidazole?

Store Tinidazole at room temperature, away from light and away from moisture. Do not store Tinidazole in a humid place or in the freezer and keep away from heat and open flames. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read the Tinidazole storage instructions on the package carefully, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Tinidazole out of the reach of children and family pets. When the medicine has expired or is damaged and cannot be used anymore, dispose of it and dispose of it properly. Do not arbitrarily dispose of Tinidazole in an environment such as a water pipe or toilet unless requested to do so. Consult with your waste disposal company or pharmacist on how to safely dispose of Tinidazole to help protect the environment.
In summary, Tinidazole 500mg belongs to the group of drugs that act on the vagina, amoebicide, and other antibiotics. Tinidazole 500mg drug is effective in the treatment of anaerobic infections of the gastrointestinal tract, gynecology, soft tissue and skin, giardiasis, trichomoniasis, intestinal and liver amoeba infections, prevention of postoperative anaerobic infections. However, Tinidazole can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what medicines you are taking to reduce the risk of unwanted effects and at the same time increase effective for treatment.
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