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About Sec 1000mg Tablet

SECNIDAZOLE belongs to a group of medicines known as antibiotics used to treat various infections caused by bacteria and parasites (amoeba). It is prescribed for the treatment of diarrhea caused by microorganisms, Entamoeba histolytica, and Giardia lamblia. Additionally, it also treats vaginal and other bacterial infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our bodies. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Parasites (amoeba) infection is an intestinal (bowel) illness caused by a parasite (amoeba) known as Entamoeba histolytica spread through human feces (poop).

SECNIDAZOLE enters the bacterial cell as a prodrug without an antimicrobial activity. SECNIDAZOLE is converted to an active form by bacterial enzymes. SECNIDAZOLE slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria and parasites (amoeba) that cause infections by damaging their DNA. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections. SECNIDAZOLE does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Uses of Sec 1000mg Tablet

Bacterial Infections, Diahorrea due to Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Vaginal bacterial infections.

Medicinal Benefits of Sec 1000mg Tablet

SECNIDAZOLE is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. kills the harmful bacteria and amoeba (Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia) causing diarrhea. It is also used to treat veginal infections in adult women. SECNIDAZOLE enters the bacterial cell as a prodrug without an antimicrobial activity. SECNIDAZOLE is converted to an active form by bacterial enzymes. SECNIDAZOLE slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria and parasites (amoeba) that cause infections by damaging their DNA. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections. SECNIDAZOLE does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Directions for Use

SECNIDAZOLE is available in the form of oral granules. Your doctor will decide the dose depending on the type of infection that is being treated but generally taken as a single dose of one packet of granules. SECNIDAZOLE can be taken with or without food. SECNIDAZOLE should be taken by sprinkling the powder in one spoon of yogurt or pudding then swallow the mixture immediately without chewing. After swallowing the mixture drink a full glass of water.

Side Effects of Sec 1000mg Tablet

• Headache
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Vaginal itching
• Vaginal yeast infection

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug-Drug Interaction:

SECNIDAZOLE have interactions with oral contraceptives (Ethinyl estradiol plus norethindrone), cholesterol-lowering pills (atorvastatin), a vaccine for tuberculosis (BCG), several antibiotics (amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin), pain killer (diclofenac), other antibiotics (metronidazole, tinidazole).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Drinking alcohol with SECNIDAZOLE is to be strictly limited as it may lead to severe reactions.

 

BREAST FEEDING

You should not breast-feed while using SECNIDAZOLE and for at least 4 days after your last dose.

 

DRIVING

You should not drive if you experience any discomfort after taking this SECNIDAZOLE.

 

LIVER

SECNIDAZOLE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions.

KIDNEY

SECNIDAZOLE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions.