Secnidazole
Description
Secnidazole is an effective medicine to treat infections caused by protozoa and certain strains of anaerobic bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the stomach, intestine, urinary tract and genital area.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Secnidazole
- Nausea
- Stomach discomfort and pain
- Altered sense of taste
- Allergic skin reaction
- Vertigo
- Indigestion
- Fever and chills
- Unusual tiredness and weakness
Uses of Secnidazole
What is it prescribed for?
- Amebiasis
- Trichomoniasis
- Giardiasis
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time taken for this medicine to show its effect is subject to vary based on the form of medicine and route of administration.
- Duration of effectThe effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?It is advised to avoid the uptake of alcohol or alcohol products while taking this medicine. Report any instances of mental disturbances to the doctor while being treated with this medicine.
- Is it habit forming?No habit forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless absolutely necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. It is recommended to avoid the use of this medicine during the first trimester.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as the amount passed into the breast milk and its effect on the nursing infant is not clinically established.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Secnidazole or any other medicine belonging to the Nitroimidazole group.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless absolutely necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. It is recommended to avoid the use of this medicine during the first trimester.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as the amount passed into the breast milk and its effect on the nursing infant is not clinically established.
General warnings
Renal/Hepatic impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impairment of the kidney/liver function. Use is not recommended if the impairment is severe. Appropriate dose adjustments and more frequent monitoring are advised if the impairment is mild to moderate.
Drowsiness
Use of this medicine has been associated with drowsiness in some patients. It is advised to refrain from driving and operating heavy machinery at least in the initial phase of treatment with this medicine.
Disulfiram
Report the use of Disulfiram (antiabuse medicine) to the doctor. Use of this medicine may cause severe psychosis in some patients and hence co-administration should be prevented.
Bleeding disorder
Use of this medicine may worsen the symptoms of a bleeding disorder. Report any instance of a bleeding disorder, both in the past and present, to the doctor. You may require undergoing some tests to determine the safety of use of this medicine.
Alcohol
Avoid the uptake of alcohol while using this medicine as the risk of adverse effects are significantly high.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose. Symptoms may include nausea, severe stomach pain, confusion, impairment of thinking etc.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Use of alcohol while taking this medicine may cause a Disulfiram-like reaction and cause mental confusion, anxiety, agitation, and impairment of thought and perception.
Instructions
It is advised to avoid the uptake of alcohol or alcohol products while taking this medicine. Report any instances of mental disturbances to the doctor while being treated with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Warfarin
Cimetidine
Disulfiram
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Secnidazole as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by inhibiting the growth of protozoa or bacteria by interfering with protein formation process leading to cell lysis.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anthelmintics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 4 Jul 2017
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