Tinidazole: how to take it safely
Fasigyn
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats trichomonas, giardia, amoebic dysentery and bacterial vaginosis.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water.
- Finish the full course, even if you feel better.
When to take it
Often taken as a single dose or once a day for a few days, as prescribed.
Take it with
With food.
What to avoid
- Stopping the course early.
- Sharing or saving leftover antibiotics.
- Alcohol during treatment and for 72 hours after the last dose. It can make you very sick.
- Pregnancy, unless your doctor says so.
Possible side effects
Metallic taste, nausea, loss of appetite.
Get help if
Rash, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, or trouble breathing: get urgent help. Severe watery or bloody diarrhoea, or no improvement after 2 to 3 days: see a doctor. Numbness or tingling, severe dizziness or a seizure: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.