Manufacturer: Parenteral Drugs India Ltd
Salt Composition : Tinidazole(800mg)
Bottle of 400ml Infusion
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Tinipidi Infusion helps prevent an infection after surgery. It is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers, and pressure sores. This injection is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Your symptoms may get better after a short time but you should finish the course of treatment even if you feel well, otherwise, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink any alcohol while taking this medicine and for some days after stopping it. Otherwise, you may get unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.
The most common side effects of this medicine are headache, dryness in mouth, and nausea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You can try using sugarless candies or lozenges to overcome any dryness or metallic taste in the mouth.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have any kidney or liver problems or any disease of the nervous system. This medicine should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless it is absolutely necessary and prescribed by your doctor.
Tinipidi Infusion is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.
The plasma half-life of tinidazole is approximately 12-14 hours. Tinidazole is excreted by the liver and the kidneys. Tinidazole is excreted in the urine mainly as unchanged drug (approximately 20-25% of the administered dose). Approximately 12% of the drug is excreted in the feces.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tinipidi
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Nausea
The use of tinidazole is contraindicated: In patients with a previous history of hypersensitivity to tinidazole or other nitroimidazole derivatives. Reported reactions have ranged in severity from urticaria to Stevens-Johnson syndrome [see ADVERSE REACTIONS].
Tinipidi Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Consuming alcohol while taking Tinipidi Infusion may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Tinipidi Infusion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
If a single dose of Tinipidi Infusion is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.
Tinidazole is used to treat infections caused by protozoa (eg, trichomoniasis, giardiasis, and amebiasis). It is also used to treat adult women with vaginal infections (bacterial vaginosis).
Drug-Drug Interactions: TINIDAZOLE may interact with HIV medications (e.g. amprenavir), antifungal medication (e.g. clotrimazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole), heart or blood pressure medication (e.g. diltiazem, felodipine, nifedipine, verapamil), seizure medication (e.g. carbamazepine, felbamate, oxcarbazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone) and live vaccines (e.g. cholera, typhoid, BCG).
Food-Drug Interactions: TINIDAZOLE is not to be taken with alcohol, causing flushing, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and rapid heartbeat.
Drug-Disease Interactions: TINIDAZOLE may interact with disease conditions, including Bone Marrow Depression/Low Blood Counts, neurologic toxicity, and liver diseases.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
AMPRENAVIR
CHOLERA VACCINE
TYPHOID VACCINE
Kindly do not self-administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Tinipidi Infusion, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Tinipidi Infusion treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.
Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Q. Is Tinipidi Infusion effective?
Tinipidi Infusion is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Tinipidi Infusion too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Tinipidi Infusion administered?
Tinipidi Infusion should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Tinipidi Infusion.
Q. Can I continue breastfeeding while taking Tinipidi Infusion?
No, do not breastfeed while taking Tinipidi Infusion. Moreover, you should avoid breastfeeding even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Q. Is Tinipidi Infusion safe?
Tinipidi Infusion is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
