SECNIDAZOLE belongs to a group of medicines known as antibiotics used to treat various infections caused by bacteria and parasites (amoeba). It is prescribed for the treatment of diarrhea caused by microorganisms, Entamoeba histolytica, and Giardia lamblia. Additionally, it also treats vaginal and other bacterial infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our bodies. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Parasites (amoeba) infection is an intestinal (bowel) illness caused by a parasite (amoeba) known as Entamoeba histolytica spread through human feces (poop).
SECNIDAZOLE enters the bacterial cell as a prodrug without an antimicrobial activity. SECNIDAZOLE is converted to an active form by bacterial enzymes. SECNIDAZOLE slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria and parasites (amoeba) that cause infections by damaging their DNA. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections. SECNIDAZOLE does not treat a viral infection like the flu or a common cold.
Take SECNIDAZOLE as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take SECNIDAZOLE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vaginal itching, and vaginal yeast infection. Most of these side effects of SECNIDAZOLE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Before taking SECNIDAZOLE inform your doctor if you have an allergy to other antibiotics. Before using this SECNIDAZOLE inform your doctor about your medical history. If you are pregnant talk to your doctor because it is not known whether SECNIDAZOLE will harm an unborn baby. Immediately contact your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother, you may stop this SECNIDAZOLE for at least 4 days after your last dose.
Bacterial Infections, Diahorrea due to Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Vaginal bacterial infections.
SECNIDAZOLE is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. kills the harmful bacteria and amoeba (Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia) causing diarrhea. It is also used to treat veginal infections in adult women. SECNIDAZOLE enters the bacterial cell as a prodrug without antimicrobial activity. SECNIDAZOLE is converted to an active form by bacterial enzymes. SECNIDAZOLE slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria and parasites (amoeba) that cause infections by damaging their DNA. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections. SECNIDAZOLE does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.
Tablet: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Granules: Check the label for directions before use. Mix the granules in water, mix well, and drink immediately.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight