TINVISTA 500MG 1X10

About Tinvista 500 mg

Tinvista 500 mg  belongs to a class of antibacterial medications called ‘nitroimidazoles’, which kill infection-causing germs mainly protozoans & bacteria. Tinvista 500 mg  is used to cure certain infections caused by microbes, especially bacteria/Protozoa, such as infection of the intestines or vagina. It is also used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections. Microbes are minute living creatures that can cause harmful effects in human beings when they enter inside our bodies. They induce damage by producing harmful chemicals called toxins or multiply inside healthy cells leading to their death in the process. Tinvista 500 mg  does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Tinvista 500 mg  is selectively harmful to germs that don’t require oxygen to survive especially protozoa and bacteria. Tinvista 500 mg  kills microbes by entering their cells and generating harmful molecules that damage germ’s DNA (Protozoans & bacteria) & hence kills them.

Take Tinvista 500 mg  with or without food. The tablet should be swallowed as a whole with water; do not chew, break or crush the tablet. A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of Tinvista 500 mg , do not self-administer. The dose and duration of Tinvista 500 mg  can vary depending upon your condition, and the severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as Tinvista 500 mg  contains antibiotics and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance). In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, tremors and headache. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting Tinvista 500 mg , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against these antibiotics), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Tinvista 500 mg  on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Tinvista 500 mg  if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tinvista 500 mg  as it may cause increased dizziness. Tinvista 500 mg  may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving. Tinvista 500 mg  is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Tinvista 500 mg :  Bacterial infections, parasitic infections

Medicinal Benefits

Tinvista 500 mg  is used to treat patients with certain vaginal, urinary, or intestinal infections or any other infections that are in the body. These infections may be caused by anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that do not use oxygen) or amoeba. Tinvista 500 mg  kills infection-causing microbes by producing harmful chemicals inside their cells, causing DNA damage and hence kills them.

Directions for Use

Take Tinvista 500 mg  with or without food. The tablet form of Tinvista 500 mg  should be swallowed as a whole with water, do not chew, break, or crush the tablet. A healthcare professional will administer the injection form of Tinvista 500 mg , do not self-administer. The dose and duration of Tinvista 500 mg  can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tinidazole

Like all medicines, Tinidazole  can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Sleepiness/tiredness, headache, nausea and/or vomiting, dizziness or vertigo (a spinning sensation), tremor, taste disturbances, skin reactions, numbness or tingling in your fingers or toes are the common side-effects of Tinidazole . Most of these side effects of Tinidazole  do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Drug Warning

Do not take Tinidazole  if you are allergic to imidazole drugs. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling or inflammation while taking Tinidazole . Talk to your doctor before taking Tinidazole  if you have epilepsy, low levels of potassium, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumor, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Tinidazole  if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tinidazole  as it causes increased dizziness. Tinidazole  may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving. Tinidazole  is not recommended for use in children unless recommended by a doctor. If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, please tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Tinidazole  may interact with HIV medications (amprenavir), antifungal medication ( clotrimazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole), heart or blood pressure medication (diltiazem, felodipine, nifedipine, verapamil), seizure medication (carbamazepine, felbamate, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone)  and live vaccines (cholera, typhoid, BCG).

Food-Drug Interactions: Tinidazole  is not to be taken with alcohol, causing flushing, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and rapid heartbeat).

Drug-Disease Interactions: Tinidazole  may interact with patients with Bone Marrow Depression/Low Blood Counts, neurologic toxicity, and liver diseases.

Safety Warning

ALCOHOL

Tinidazole  is not recommended with alcohol. Taking alcohol or using preparations that contain alcohol may result in irregular heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, throbbing in the head and neck, sweating, nausea and vomiting.

PREGNANCY

Tinidazole  is not prescribed in pregnant patients. Use is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy. This drug should be used only under strict medical supervision or under doctors consultation only.

BREAST FEEDING

Tinidazole  is not prescribed in breastfeeding mothers. There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Doctors consultation is required before taking this drug in breastfeeding mothers.

DRIVING

Tinidazole  is not recommended before driving. It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking Tinidazole .

LIVER

Tinidazole  has been found to interact with the liver’s functioning and increases liver-associated enzymes in the blood, thus, caution is to be taken & doctor’s consultation is recommended. Due to these interactions, Tinidazole  is usually prescribed for a short period of time.

KIDNEY

No harmful interaction and effect on kidneys have been reported between Tinidazole  and kidney patients. Dose adjustments are required in elderly patients. The patient is advised to consult a doctor before taking Tinidazole .

Habit Forming :  No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.

Eat fiber rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.

Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.

Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.

Avoid usage of tobacco.

To cure your condition effectually complete the full course of Tinidazole  even though you find symptomatic relief.

Special Advise

If a patient needs to take Tinidazole  for longer than ten days, the doctor will want him to do some tests. The patient should make sure to keep any appointments that the doctor holds.

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Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial/Protozoal infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria/protozoa enter, multiply and infect the body. They can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. These infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain, liver & intestinal infections like meningitis, encephalitis or colitis. When you get infected with these germs, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue. Few harmful bacteria that commonly cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli, whereas few harmful protozoa include amoeba, giardia etc. Anyone can get a bacterial/protozoal infection, but people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines like steroids are more prone to infections.

FAQs

If miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. A patient is advised not to take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.

Do not consume alcohol or alcohol-based products while taking Tinidazole  and at least 3 days after your treatment commences. You may experience unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, sweating and tingling under your skin.

Tinidazole  and aspirin are contraindicated in patients and hence are strictly not advised to take together. Before taking Tinidazole , a patient must consult with a doctor about the already prescribed aspirin.

A patient who is already taking medication for mania treatment by drugs like lithium is strictly prohibited from taking Tinidazole  as it may result in harmful mental implications. A patient is requested to consult with the doctor and take the respective measures.

A patient with a transplanted kidney might be taking an immunosuppressive drug like cyclosporin which is contraindicated with Tinidazole  failing the efficacy of the Immnosuppresant drug. There are chances of rejection of the transplanted kidney in the patient and, hence, not recommended to take Tinidazole  without doctor’s consultation.