Drug information on Tinizol (Tinidazole) from Shalina Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

Medical Condition(s) for which Tinizol may be prescribed

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•   Central Nervous System : Peripheral neuropathy (numbness, weakness, burning pain), tingling, unsteadiness, incoordination, giddiness, sleeplessness and drowsiness.

•   Gastrointestinal : Tongue discoloration, mouth ulcer and diarrhea.

•   Hypersensitivity : Hives, itching, rash, flushing, sweating, dryness of mouth, fever, burning sensation, thirst, watery mouth and shock.

•   Genitourinary : Darkened urine.

•   Heart : Palpitations.

•   Blood : Decrease in white blood cells and platelets.

•   Miscellaneous : Increased vaginal discharge, mouth infection, liver function abnormalities, joint/muscle pain, and joint inflammation.

Amoebiasis: Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 2gm once daily for 3 days.
Child- PO- The recommended dose is 30 to 50 mg/kg/day.
Trichomoniasis, Giardiasis, Bacterial Vaginosis- Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 2gm as a single dose.

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

Contraindicated in patients during first trimester of pregnancy, breastfeeding, and hypersensitivity.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve, brain, or blood problems; yeast infection, seizures, liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption.

Avoid excess dosage.

Store it at room temperature.

Schedule : H  Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.