Tinidazole
Tinidazole 500 mg tablets, a nitroimidazole antibiotic for giardiasis, trichomoniasis and anaerobic infections, discontinued in Australia in 2020.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500mg | 60 tablets | US$49.80 | US$0.83 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | US$63.00 | US$0.70 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | US$75.60 | US$0.63 |
| 500mg | 180 tablets | US$99.00 | US$0.55 |
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Tinidazole
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 500mg
You will receive a quality generic, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Tinidazole on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Giardiasis · Trichomoniasis · Anaerobic Bacterial Infections
- Alternative names
- Fasigyn
- Therapeutic class
- Nitroimidazole Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Nitroimidazole
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to nitroimidazoles; neurological disorders
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor for peripheral neuropathy
- Minor side effects
- nausea; metallic taste
- Moderate side effects
- diarrhoea; anorexia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; warfarin
Serious side effects
seizures, requires immediate medical attention; peripheral neuropathy, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tinidazole 500mg tablets, used for giardiasis, trichomoniasis and anaerobic bacterial infection. It breaks DNA strands in susceptible organisms.
Mechanism of action
it acts by causing DNA strand breakage and inhibiting further DNA synthesis in susceptible microorganisms.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Avoid in first trimester. Breastfeeding: Stop use for 3 days after treatment.
Tinidazole is a nitroimidazole antibiotic, a close relative of metronidazole, used for giardiasis, trichomoniasis and infections caused by anaerobic bacteria. It comes as 500 mg tablets. Tinidazole was discontinued in Australia in February 2020; the brand sold there was Fasigyn (Therapeutic Guidelines).
Do not drink alcohol, or take products with alcohol or propylene glycol, while you take tinidazole and for 3 days afterward: the combination can cause an upset stomach, vomiting, cramps, headaches, sweating and flushing (MedlinePlus).
Buying Tinidazole online
Generic tinidazole from India keeps this medicine within reach since it left Australian pharmacies. Take the full course your doctor recommends.
FAQ
What conditions is Tinidazole used for?
Tinidazole contains tinidazole, used for giardiasis, trichomoniasis and anaerobic bacterial infections. Tinidazole acts by causing DNA strand breakage and inhibiting further DNA synthesis in susceptible microorganisms.
Is Tinidazole a generic?
Yes. Tinidazole is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, tinidazole, rather than under a brand. The exact manufacturer depends on stock.
What is the price of Tinidazole?
Tinidazole comes in a 500mg strength, in packs of 60 to 180 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Tinidazole sold under other names?
Other brands of tinidazole include Fasigyn.
How quickly does Tinidazole work?
Tinidazole usually starts to work within 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 12 to 24 hours. It varies from person to person.
What side effects can Tinidazole cause?
The common side effects of tinidazole are nausea and metallic taste. Less common ones include diarrhoea and anorexia. Serious but less common side effects include seizures and peripheral neuropathy, which need urgent medical attention.
Does Tinidazole interact with alcohol?
Alcohol can interact with tinidazole, so check with a doctor or pharmacist before you drink while taking Tinidazole. It can also interact with warfarin.
Can I order Tinidazole online without a prescription?
Yes, online. VGR Australia does not ask for a prescription to order tinidazole. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Tinidazole online for delivery in Australia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Australia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Tinidazole is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Tinidazole, rather than under a brand.
- You receive a quality generic; the exact manufacturer depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- It contains the same active ingredient and has the same strength as the original brand.