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Composition :

TINIDAZOLE-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

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About Tinvista 500mg Tablet

Tinvista 500mg Tablet belongs to a class of antibacterial medications called 'nitroimidazoles', which kill infection-causing germs, mainly protozoans & bacteria. Tinvista 500mg Tablet is used to cure certain infections caused by microbes, especially bacteria/Protozoa, such as infection of the intestines or vagina. It is also used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections. Microbes are minute living creatures that can cause harmful effects on human beings when they enter our bodies. They induce damage by producing harmful chemicals called toxins or multiply inside healthy cells leading to their death in the process. Tinvista 500mg Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Tinvista 500mg Tablet is selectively harmful to germs that don't require oxygen to survive, especially protozoa and bacteria. Tinvista 500mg Tablet kills microbes by entering their cells and generating harmful molecules that damage germ's DNA (Protozoans & bacteria) & hence kill them.

The dose and duration of Tinvista 500mg Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, tremors and headaches. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before starting Tinvista 500mg Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (against these antibiotics) or kidney or liver problems. Do not take Tinvista 500mg Tablet on your own, as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Tinvista 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving. Tinvista 500mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Tinvista 500mg Tablet

Bacterial infections, parasitic infections

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Tinvista 500mg Tablet is used to treat patients with certain vaginal, urinary, or intestinal infections or other infections in the body. These infections may be caused by anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that do not use oxygen) or amoeba. Tinvista 500mg Tablet kills infection-causing microbes by producing harmful chemicals inside their cells, causing DNA damage and hence killing them.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Tinvista 500mg Tablet
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
Managing Medication-Triggered UTIs: A Comprehensive Approach:
  • Inform your doctor about the medication you're taking and the UTI symptoms you're experiencing.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or consider alternative medications or dosages that may reduce the risk of UTIs.
  • Drink plenty of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help flush out bacteria. Avoid sugary drinks and caffeine, which can exacerbate UTI symptoms.
  • Urinate when you feel the need rather than holding it in. This can help prevent bacterial growth and reduce the risk of UTIs.
  • Consider cranberry supplements: Cranberry supplements may help prevent UTIs by preventing bacterial adhesion.
  • Monitor UTI symptoms and report any changes to your doctor.
  • If antibiotics are prescribed, take them as directed and complete the full course.
  • Talk to your doctor to know the cause, severity and appropriate treatment options.
  • Try pain relievers like ibuprofen or naproxen to relieve mild pelvic pain.
  • Consider pelvic floor exercises as it helps to strengthen muscles in the pelvic region and relieve pain.
  • Try relaxation techniques like deep breathing, meditation or gentle stretching.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Tinvista 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to imidazole drugs. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling or inflammation while taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet . Talk to your doctor before taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet if you have epilepsy, low levels of potassium, nervous or muscle problems, head injury or brain tumour, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet as it causes increased dizziness. Tinvista 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving. Tinvista 500mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children unless recommended by a doctor. If you are due to have an operation or dental treatment, please tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Tinvista 500mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Tinvista 500mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of developing serious side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Amprenavir and Tinvista 500mg Tablet is generally avoided, as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms like flushing, severe headache, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, sweating, thirst, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, palpitation, excessive sweating, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, or confusion. Rarely, more severe reactions may include unconsciousness or convulsions, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Tinvista 500mg Tablet to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Thus fibre foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after taking a course of antibiotics. Whole grains, like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in your diet.
  • Avoid taking too much calcium-enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Tinvista 500mg Tablet .
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Tinvista 500mg Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Tinvista 500mg Tablet in fighting off infections.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI-INFECTIVE AND ANTIPROTOZOALS

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FAQs

Tinvista 500mg Tablet is used to treat patients with certain vaginal, urinary, or intestinal infections or other bodily infections. These infections may be caused by anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that do not use oxygen) or amoeba. Tinvista 500mg Tablet kills infection-causing microbes by producing harmful chemicals inside their cells, causing DNA damage and hence killing them.

Do not consume alcohol or alcohol-based products while taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet and at least 3 days after your treatment commences. You may experience unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, nausea, vomiting, sweating and tingling under your skin.

Tinvista 500mg Tablet and aspirin are contraindicated in patients and hence are strictly not advised to take together. Before taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet , a patient must consult with a doctor about the already prescribed aspirin.

Not recommended. A patient who is already taking medication for mania treatment by drugs like lithium is strictly prohibited from taking Tinvista 500mg Tablet as it may result in harmful mental implications. A patient is requested to consult with the doctor and take the respective measures.

Not recommended. A patient with a transplanted kidney might be taking an immunosuppressive drug like cyclosporin which is contraindicated with Tinvista 500mg Tablet failing the efficacy of the Immnosuppresant drug. There are chances of rejection of the transplanted kidney in the patient and, hence, not recommended to take Tinvista 500mg Tablet without doctor's consultation.

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. Patients are advised not to take a double dose to compensate for the missed dose. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMPRENAVIR
  • CHOLERA VACCINE
  • TYPHOID VACCINE

Special Advise

  • If a patient needs to take Tinvista 500mg Tablet for longer than ten days, the doctor will want him to do some tests. The patient should make sure to keep any appointments that the doctor holds.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial/Protozoal infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria/protozoa enter, multiply and infect the body. They can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. These infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain, liver & intestinal infections like meningitis, encephalitis or colitis. When you get infected with these germs, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue. Few harmful bacteria that commonly cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli, whereas few harmful protozoa include amoeba, giardia etc. Anyone can get a bacterial/protozoal infection, but people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines like steroids are more prone to infections.

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