Uses of Secnidazole

Secnidazole is used to treat urethritis and vaginitis (urethral and vaginal inflammation) due to trichomonas vaginalis, intestinal and hepatic amebiasis (liver infection) and giardiasis (parasitic infection of the small intestine due to giardia parasite).

Therapeutic Category

Secnidazole: Antiprotozals (Nitroimidazole antimicrobials)

How Secnidazole works

Secnidazole is an antiprotozoal agent that kills the parasites and bacteria by generating a harmful molecule which damages the DNA of the parasites and bacteria, resulting in disruption of bacterial or parasitic protein synthesis and its replication. 

Common side effects of Secnidazole

• Nausea
• Gastrointestinal disturbances
• Epigastric pain
• Metallic taste
• Inflammation of the mouth or tongue 

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• In case of accidental overdose or poisoning

Health Tips for Secnidazole

• Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Secnidazole as it can cause unwanted effects such as heat sensation, redness, vomiting and increased heart rate
• Taking warfarin along with Secnidazole may increase the risk of bleeding due to hepatic catabolism. Your doctor may check the prothrombin time more frequently and monitor the INR test when both these medicines are used together