Fasigyn 500mg Tablet (Tinidazole)

Fasigyn 500mg Tablet

Fasigyn 500 MG Tablet is an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent used in the treatment of various infections such as trichomoniasis, amoebiasis, giardiasis, bacterial vaginosis, caused by protozoa and certain strains of anaerobic bacteria. Take this medicine with food to minimize gastric irritation. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Fasigyn 500 MG Tablet
Tini 500 MG Tablet
Merck Consumer Healthcare Ltd.
Tiniba 500 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Tinifas 500 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Tinvista 500 MG Tablet
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Zil 500 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Fasigyn 500 MG Tablet
Bitter taste
Dizziness
Headache
Indigestion
Loss of appetite
Weight loss
Depression
Sleeplessness
Heartburn

Uses of Fasigyn 500 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Amebiasis
This medicine is used for the treatment of amebiasis, a parasitic infection that affects the intestine and also for the treatment of amebic liver abscess (accumulation of pus) caused by Entamoeba histolytica.
Trichomoniasis
This medicine is used in the treatment of trichomoniasis which is a sexually transmitted disease caused by Trichomonas vaginalis. The symptoms are dominant in women and include abnormal and foul-smelling discharge from the vagina.
Bacterial Vaginosis
This medicine is used for the treatment of non-pregnant women with bacterial overgrowth in the vaginal area. It is characterized by abnormal and foul-smelling discharge, vaginal itching, etc.
Giardiasis
This medicine is used in the treatment of giardiasis, which is an infection of the small intestine caused by giardia.
Sexually transmitted diseases prophylaxis
This medicine is used in the prevention of diseases which may be transmitted sexually.

Dosage

Fasigyn 500mg Tablet
Fasigyn DS 1000mg Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to tinidazole or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in the first trimester of pregnancy. It can be used in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy only if clearly needed. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition
General warnings
Blood cell count
Use of this medicine may lower the blood cell count and may lead to leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, and bone marrow aplasia. Close monitoring of WBC count, platelets is necessary. Discontinue the treatment if any signs of low blood cell count appear.
Neurologic Toxicity
Use of this medicine may cause neurological effects like convulsions and peripheral neuropathy. Inform the doctor if you have any neurological problems. Any symptoms of convulsions, tingling or burning sensation of hands and feet should be reported to the doctor.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Dialysis
The desired effect of this medicine is not achieved in dialysis patients. It is necessary to schedule the dose for administration after dialysis procedure or supplemental doses can be given after dialysis
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during the treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Any symptoms of the fast heartbeat, warmth, headache, and breathing difficulty should be reported to the doctor on priority. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Cholera Vaccine
Disulfiram
Adalimumab
Dicumarol
Docetaxel
Cisplatin
Warfarin
Atorvastatin
Golimumab
Disease interactions
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Blood Dyscrasias
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with low blood counts or bone marrow depression due to the increased risk of leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, etc. Regular monitoring of complete blood count is necessary for such patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Neurologic Toxicity
This medicine should be used with caution since it may increase the risk of nervous system toxicity which may include convulsions and peripheral neuropathy. Report any symptoms of numbness, tingling or burning sensation of hands and feet to doctor on priority. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take this medicine as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your doctor.