About Tinidazole
Class: | Antimicrobial agent, Nitroimidazole derivative
Use: | Treatment of various infections including bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, giardiasis, and certain anaerobic bacterial infections
Adult dose: | 500 mg orally once daily for 3-5 days, or 2 g as a single dose for specific infections
Pediatric dose: | Not established for children under 3 years; for children 3 years and older, dosing is typically 50 mg/kg/day divided into two doses for 5 days
Side effects: | Nausea, headache,
Drug Class
Antimicrobial agent, Nitroimidazole derivative
Uses & Indications
Treatment of various infections including bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, giardiasis, and certain anaerobic bacterial infections
Storage Requirements
Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from moisture and light
Manufacturer & Packaging
Manufacturer: Edenbridge Pharmaceuticals LLC., United States of America
Package Size
20's
Price & Supplier
Price in UAE: AED 734.72
Dosage Information
Adult Dose
500 mg orally once daily for 3-5 days, or 2 g as a single dose for specific infections
Pediatric Dose
Not established for children under 3 years; for children 3 years and older, dosing is typically 50 mg/kg/day divided into two doses for 5 days
Side Effects
Nausea, headache, dizziness, metallic taste, abdominal pain, diarrhea
Contraindications & Precautions
Hypersensitivity to tinidazole or other nitroimidazoles; first trimester of pregnancy; alcohol consumption during treatment and for 72 hours after completion
Important Warnings
May cause seizures and peripheral neuropathy; use with caution in patients with a history of blood dyscrasias; potential carcinogenic effects observed in animal studies; avoid alcohol during treatment and for 72 hours after completion due to disulfiram-like reaction.
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice.
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication.
The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated
to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.