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Austin Tinidazole Tablet

Prescription medicationExpired
Ingredient · strength
Tinidazole›Strength being verified
Manufacturer / importer
Austin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
It is a yellow, round tablet.
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 200102021 · Notified 2001.03.06

This product's status changed to Expired on 2023.04.01. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Treatment of protozoal infections (Trichomonas, amoebiasis, etc.), anaerobic bacterial infections, and nonspecific vaginitis
Who uses it
Adults · Children
Adult dosage
1. Trichomoniasis and giardiasis Adults: Administer 2g of tinidazole orally as a single dose, or administer 150mg per dose 3 times daily for 5 days, or 150mg per dose 2 times daily for 7 days. 2. Anaerobic infections The usual adult dose of this medicine is 2g as a single dose on the first day, followed by 1g once daily from the next day, or 500mg per dose orally 2 times daily. Prevention of postoperative infection: Administer 2g orally as a single dose 12 hours before surgery. Acute ulcerative gingivitis: Administer 2g orally as a single dose. 3. Amebiasis Adults: Administer 2g of this medicine orally once daily for 2~3 days. 4. Nonspecific vaginitis The usual adult dose of this medicine is 2g orally once daily for 1~2 days. * Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms. * Take with food.
Children's dosage
1. Trichomoniasis and giardiasis Children: Administer 50~75mg per kg of body weight as a single dose. 3. Amebiasis Children: Administer 50~60mg per kg of body weight once daily for 3 days.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Austin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of protozoal infections (Trichomonas, amoebiasis, etc.), anaerobic bacterial infections, and nonspecific vaginitis

  • Trichomoniasis
  • anaerobic bacterial infections
  • amoebiasis
  • giardiasis
  • non-specific vaginitis
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This medication is used for major infections such as trichomoniasis, anaerobic bacterial infections, amoebiasis, giardiasis, and non-specific vaginitis.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

1. Trichomoniasis and giardiasis Adults: Administer 2g of tinidazole orally as a single dose, or administer 150mg per dose 3 times daily for 5 days, or 150mg per dose 2 times daily for 7 days. 2. Anaerobic infections The usual adult dose of this medicine is 2g as a single dose on the first day, followed by 1g once daily from the next day, or 500mg per dose orally 2 times daily. Prevention of postoperative infection: Administer 2g orally as a single dose 12 hours before surgery. Acute ulcerative gingivitis: Administer 2g orally as a single dose. 3. Amebiasis Adults: Administer 2g of this medicine orally once daily for 2~3 days. 4. Nonspecific vaginitis The usual adult dose of this medicine is 2g orally once daily for 1~2 days. * Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms. * Take with food.

Children's dosage

1. Trichomoniasis and giardiasis Children: Administer 50~75mg per kg of body weight as a single dose. 3. Amebiasis Children: Administer 50~60mg per kg of body weight once daily for 3 days.

Precautions

This medication should not be administered to some patients. First, those who have allergic reactions to this medication or similar drugs should not use it. Additionally, patients with blood-related disorders or a history of such conditions, as well as those with structural problems in the brain or nerves, should not take this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also avoid this medication. Patients with severe liver disease should use this medication with caution, as it may be slowly metabolized in the body, potentially leading to accumulation. Patients with a fungal infection called candidiasis may experience worsening symptoms while using this medication and should use it alongside antifungal agents. While taking this medication, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, diarrhea, a metallic taste in the mouth, or a white coating on the tongue may occur. Additionally, skin redness, hives, itching, swelling of the face or body may develop. Temporary decreases in white blood cell counts or swelling of the joints may also occur. Females may be at risk for developing candidal vaginitis. Other symptoms that may be experienced include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, dry mouth, and darkening of urine. Consuming alcohol while taking this medication may lead to unpleasant reactions such as nausea, vomiting, headaches, and dizziness; therefore, alcohol should be avoided for three days during and after treatment. If neurological symptoms such as dizziness or coordination disorders occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately. This medication can interact with other drugs, so caution is needed. Combining it with blood thinners such as warfarin may enhance effects and may require dosage adjustment. It may increase the concentration of lithium in the blood and can slow the metabolism of the specific anticonvulsant phenytoin. It may also elevate blood concentrations of immunosuppressants such as cyclosporine or tacrolimus. Additionally, it can slow the metabolism of the antitumor drug 5-FU, increasing the risk of side effects, and cholestyramine can interfere with the absorption of this medication. Furthermore, it may interfere with antibiotics like oxytetracycline. It is best not to use this medication during the early stages of pregnancy. After mid-pregnancy, it should only be used if the benefits outweigh the risks as determined by a doctor. Since this medication can be transmitted through breast milk, breastfeeding should be paused during treatment. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children over the age of 3 have not been adequately confirmed. In case of overdose, there is no specific antidote, and gastric lavage or symptomatic treatment should be administered.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • diarrhea
  • metallic taste
  • coated tongue
  • erythema
  • urticaria
  • pruritus
  • angioedema
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  • joint swelling
  • transient leukopenia
  • candidiasis
  • headache
  • heaviness
  • malaise
  • thirst
  • discoloration of urine

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness and safe use.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

It is a yellow, round tablet.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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