TINIZOL DF
Tablet
Dose Type
Tinidazole 300mg + Diloxanide Furoate 500mg
Generic Name
Everest Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd.
Manufactured By
Information
TINIZOL DF is brand name of Tinidazole 300mg + Diloxanide Furoate 500mg. It is a combination of two antibiotics which is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms.
Therapeutic Class
Tinidazole (Antibiotic)
Diloxanide Furoate (Anti-protozoal drug)
Dose and Direction of Use
Swallow the tablet whole by mouth. You can take it with food and it is better to take at a fixed time. Don't crush, chew or break the tablet. Follow the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor.
Mode of Action
Diloxanide is an amoebicide. It works inside the large intestine to kill the infection causing amoeba (parasites). Tinidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA.
Uses
- Treatment of Diarrhea
- Treatment of Dysentery
Contraindications
Don't use this medicine if you have:
- Hypersensitivity to this medicine
Precautions and Warning
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Consult with your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding woman before taking this medicine to understand the risk and benefit ratio.
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Talk to your doctor about past medical history like kidney problem, heart problem or liver problem before taking this medicine
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Don't double the dose for the missed one.
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Complete the prescribed dose and duration of medicine. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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It may cause dizziness or drowsiness so avoid any activity that requires concentration unless you know how the medicine acts on you.
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Avoid drinking alcohol as it can worsen the side effects.
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Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.