Secnidazole Tablets

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Therapeutic Indication

Amoebiasis
Giardiasis
Trichomoniasis
Bacterial vaginosis
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Secnidazole

Tablet

Secnidazole is a nitroimidazole antimicrobial agent effective against protozoa and anaerobic bacteria. It is commonly prescribed for amoebiasis, giardiasis, trichomoniasis, and bacterial vaginosis, offering the advantage of single-dose therapy.

Speciality Infectious Diseases | Gynecology | Internal Medicine
Tags Antiprotozoal | Antibacterial | Amoebiasis | Giardiasis | Trichomoniasis
Strength
  • 1 g
Packing Size
  • 10 Tablets

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Mechanism

Secnidazole enters protozoal and bacterial cells, disrupting DNA synthesis and leading to cell death. Its long half-life allows effective single-dose therapy.

Pharmacokinetics

  • Absorption: Rapidly absorbed orally.
  • Metabolism: Hepatic metabolism.
  • Excretion: Primarily via urine.
  • Half-life: ~17–29 hours.

Side Effects

  • Nausea
  • Metallic taste
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Rare: Allergic reactions
  • Severe hepatic impairment
  • Diarrhea and Abdominal pain

Contraindication

  • Hypersensitivity to nitroimidazoles
  • Pregnancy (especially first trimester)

Interaction

  • Alcohol (disulfiram-like reaction)
  • Anticoagulants (enhanced effect)

Warning and Precautions

  • Use only under physician guidance
  • Monitor liver function during therapy
  • Not recommended during pregnancy unless essential
  • Avoid breastfeeding during and shortly after therapy

Dosage

As directed by the Physician.

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