Secnidazole Benefits & Uses

Secnidazole is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Amebiasis

Other Benefits

Secnidazole Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Amebiasis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Secnidazole Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Secnidazole is used -

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Metallic taste in mouth
Diarrhoea
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Common

Vaginal itching
Vaginal discharge

Secnidazole Related Warnings

Is the use of Secnidazole safe for pregnant women?

Secnidazole can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Secnidazole right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Secnidazole safe during breastfeeding?

Secnidazole may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Secnidazole, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Secnidazole.

Moderate
What is the effect of Secnidazole on the Kidneys?

Secnidazole rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Secnidazole on the Liver?

Side effects of Secnidazole rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Secnidazole on the Heart?

You can take Secnidazole without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Secnidazole with Other Drugs

Secnidazole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Disulfiram

Isoniazid

Metronidazole

Etanercept

Secnidazole Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Secnidazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Peripheral Neuropathy
Alcoholism
Anemia

Frequently asked Questions about Secnidazole

Is this Secnidazole habit forming or addictive?

Secnidazole is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Secnidazole you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Secnidazole only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Secnidazole is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Secnidazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Secnidazole

You can take Secnidazole with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Secnidazole

Taking Secnidazole with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe