Tinidazole



Tindamax™







Tinidazole

(tye NI da zole)

U.S. Brand Names
Tindamax™
Mexican Brand Names
Fasigyn®
Pharmacologic Category
Amebicide; Antibiotic, Miscellaneous; Antiprotozoal, Nitroimidazole
Reasons not to take this medicine
  • If you have an allergy to tinidazole, metronidazole, or any other part of this medicine.
  • Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
  • If you are less than 12 weeks pregnant.
  • If you are breast-feeding.
What is this medicine used for?
  • This medicine is used to treat a variety of infections.
How does it work?
  • Tinidazole works to injure the bacteria and fight the infection.
How is it best taken?
  • To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.
  • Use prescription as directed, even if feeling better.
  • Take this medicine with food to prevent stomach upset.
  • A liquid (suspension) is available if you cannot swallow pills. Shake well before use.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
  • Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
  • If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.
  • Do not take a double dose or extra doses.
  • For some infections, you will receive a single dose.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
  • Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
  • Avoid alcohol (includes wine, beer, and liquor). Do not take alcohol for at least 72 hours after the last dose. Drinking alcohol or alcohol containing products such as cough syrup may cause cramps, nausea, headaches, and flushing.
  • Birth control pills and other hormone-based birth control may not work to prevent pregnancy. Use another form of birth control while taking this medicine.
  • If you have seizures, talk with healthcare provider.
  • If you have liver disease, talk with healthcare provider.
  • If you have any diseases of the brain, talk with healthcare provider.
  • If you have any nerve damage, talk with healthcare provider.
  • If you are being treated for a sexually-transmitted disease, your partner may need to be treated too. Talk with healthcare provider.
  • To protect against sexually-transmitted diseases, use a latex condom.
  • Do not breast feed for at least 3 days after you have finished this medicine.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
  • Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.
  • Abnormal taste. This is usually reversible.
  • Feeling tired and weak.
What should I monitor?
  • Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
  • If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center immediately or dial 911.
  • Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Numbness or tingling of hands or feet.
  • Any rash.
  • No improvement in condition or feeling worse.
How should I store this medicine?
  • Store tablets at room temperature.
  • Protect tablets from light.
  • Protect tablets from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.
  • Store liquid (suspension) at room temperature. Throw away any unused portion after 7 days.
General statements
  • If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
  • Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
  • Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
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