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Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:39 PM IST
Tincide 500mg Tablet is used to treat 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. It contains Tinidazole, which kills infection-causing germs, mainly protozoans and bacteria. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dizziness, tremors and headaches. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

TINIDAZOLE-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Blue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Tincide 500mg Tablet

Tincide 500mg Tablet belongs to a class of antibacterial medications called 'nitroimidazoles', which kill infection-causing germs, mainly protozoans & bacteria. Tincide 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. Tincide 500mg Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Tincide 500mg Tablet is selectively harmful to germs that don't require oxygen to survive, especially protozoa and bacteria. Tincide 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 Tincide 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 Tincide 500mg Tablet, please inform your doctor if you have any allergies (against these antibiotics) or kidney or liver problems. Do not take Tincide 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 Tincide 500mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tincide 500mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness. Tincide 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving. Tincide 500mg Tablet is not recommended for use in children.

Uses of Tincide 500mg Tablet

Treatment of Bacterial infections, parasitic infections.

Medicinal Benefits

Tincide 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. Tincide 500mg Tablet kills infection-causing microbes by producing harmful chemicals inside their cells, causing DNA damage and hence killing them.

Directions for Use

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

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Tincide 500mg Tablet

  • Sleepiness/tiredness
  • Headache
  • Nausea and/or vomiting
  • Dizziness or vertigo (a spinning sensation)
  • Tremor
  • Taste disturbances
  • Skin reactions
  • Numbness or tingling in your fingers or toes

Drug Warnings

Do not take Tincide 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to imidazole drugs. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience tendon pain, swelling or inflammation while taking Tincide 500mg Tablet. Talk to your doctor before taking Tincide 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 Tincide 500mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Tincide 500mg Tablet as it causes increased dizziness. Tincide 500mg Tablet may cause dizziness and vision problems, so be cautious while driving. Tincide 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 Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Tincide 500mg Tablet 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: Tincide 500mg Tablet is not to be taken with alcohol, causing flushing, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and rapid heartbeat.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Tincide 500mg Tablet 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

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Tincide 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 Tincide 500mg Tablet.

  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Tincide 500mg Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid the Tincide 500mg Tablet in fighting off infections.

Special Advise

  • If a patient needs to take Tincide 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. A few harmful bacteria that commonly cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli, whereas a 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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Alcohol

Unsafe

Tincide 500mg Tablet is not recommended with alcohol. Taking alcohol or using preparations that contain alcohol may result in irregular heartbeat, rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, throbbing in the head and neck, sweating, nausea and vomiting.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Tincide 500mg Tablet is not prescribed in pregnant patients. Use is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy. This drug should be used only under strict medical supervision or under doctors' consultation only.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Tincide 500mg Tablet is not prescribed in breastfeeding mothers. There are no adequate studies on women to determine infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. A doctor's consultation is required before taking this drug in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Unsafe

Tincide 500mg Tablet is not recommended before driving. It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking Tincide 500mg Tablet.

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Liver

Caution

Tincide 500mg Tablet has been found to interact with the liver's functioning and increase liver-associated enzymes in the blood, thus, caution is to be taken & doctor's consultation is recommended. Due to these interactions, Tincide 500mg Tablet is usually prescribed for a short period of time.

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Kidney

Caution

No harmful interaction and effect on kidneys have been reported between Tincide 500mg Tablet and kidney patients. Dose adjustments are required in elderly patients. The patient is advised to consult a doctor before taking Tincide 500mg Tablet.

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Children

Caution

Dose adjustment is made according to age, weight and severity of the infection.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

147-148 Gidc, Ramangamdi, Por Por Gj 391243 In
Other Info - TI74041

FAQs

Tincide 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections.
Tincide 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. Tincide 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 Tincide 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.
Tincide 500mg Tablet and aspirin are contraindicated in patients and hence are strictly not advised to take together. Before taking Tincide 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 Tincide 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 Tincide 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 Tincide 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.

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