Generic name: tinidazole [ tye-NYE-da-zole ]
Brand names: Tindamax, Fasigyn
Dosage form: oral tablet (250 mg; 500 mg)
Drug class:Amebicides
What is tinidazole?
Tinidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as infection of the intestines or vagina. Tinidazole is also used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections.
Tinidazole is used to treat giardiasis or amebiasis in adults and children at least 3 years old.
Tinidazole may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
In animal studies, a medicine similar to tinidazole caused cancer. Do not use tinidazole to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use tinidazole if you are allergic to tinidazole or metronidazole (Flagyl).
Do not use tinidazole to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor.
Do not breastfeed within 72 hours after using tinidazole. If you use a breast pump during this time, throw out the milk and do not feed it to your baby.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);
a seizure
epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
a blood cell disorder such as anemia or low platelets; or
a weak immune system.
In animal studies, a medicine similar to tinidazole caused cancer. It is not known whether c...
