Secnil Forte Tablet

Description

Secnil Forte Tablet contains Secnidazole (1000mg), an antiprotozoal and antibacterial medicine used to treat various parasitic and bacterial infections. It belongs to the nitroimidazole group of medicines and works by destroying the DNA of parasites and bacteria, preventing their growth and multiplication.

It is especially effective in treating amoebiasis, giardiasis, trichomoniasis, and bacterial vaginosis. One of its key advantages is that it is usually given as a single-dose therapy, making it convenient and improving treatment compliance.

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Uses

• Treatment of Amoebiasis (intestinal and extra-intestinal amoebic infections, including liver abscess)

• Giardiasis (intestinal infection caused by Giardia parasite)

• Trichomoniasis (sexually transmitted infection caused by Trichomonas vaginalis)

• Bacterial Vaginosis (abnormal bacterial growth in the vagina)

• Other anaerobic bacterial infections, as prescribed

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How to Use

• Take the tablet orally with a glass of water, with or without food.

• Usually prescribed as a single dose, but follow your doctor’s exact instructions.

• Do not skip or repeat the dose without medical advice.

• Complete the prescribed course even if symptoms improve.

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Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset

• Metallic or bitter taste in the mouth

• Dizziness or headache

• Fatigue or weakness

Rare but serious side effects:

• Severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, difficulty breathing)

• Numbness, tingling, or seizures (rare neurological effects)

• Severe diarrhea or abdominal cramps (possible C. difficile infection)

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Precautions

• Avoid alcohol during treatment and at least 3 days after taking Secnidazole, as it may cause severe reactions (flushing, nausea, rapid heartbeat).

• Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, or neurological conditions.

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use it only if clearly needed and prescribed by a doctor.

• Do not self-medicate or share this medicine with others.

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Key Ingredient Recap

• Secnidazole (1000mg): Broad-spectrum antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent effective in single-dose therapy for parasitic and anaerobic infections.