Entosec

Uses
Entosec (Secnidazole) belongs to a group of drugs called nitroimidazole anti-infectives. It has antibacterial and antiprotozoal properties, and is widely used to treat many different types of infections, such as dientamoebiasis, trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, amoebiasis, giardiasis and various other infections. Medical tests have also been conducted to test its effectiveness against atopobium vaginae.

Dosage and Administration
Entosec (Secnidazole) comes in the form of tablets, each of which contains 1g of the active ingredient. Before you can take this medicine, it is essential to consult your doctor, so that your medical condition can be examined. Your doctor will determine whether or not this drug is suitable for you, and will prescribe a dosage regimen suited to treating your infection. Patients taking this drug are usually directed to take it before eating. The dosage can vary, and in some cases, patients treating amoebiasis, giardiais or trichomoniasis will be treated with a single dose, which can range from 1g to 2g, depending on the condition being treated.

Side effects
Patients taking Entosec (Secnidazole) may sometimes experience side effects, such as:

• Leucopenia
• Mouth ulcers
• Skin reactions
• A strange taste in the mouth
• Nausea or other disturbances of the digestive system

You are advised to tell the prescribing doctor of any side effects. In some cases, severe side effects requiring immediate medical attention may also occur, and you must consult your doctor immediately if this happens.

Precautions
Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for, which may be indicative of a reaction, include skin rashes, hives, swelling of the face or limbs, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Always use Entosec (Secnidazole) as you have been prescribed by your doctor. Never self-medicate or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor. The correct dosage can vary depending on your health, medical history, and the severity of the condition being treated.

This medication may not be safe for all patients. Before you begin using it always disclose the following to your doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you suffer from any allergies.
• If you suffer from any other health conditions or illnesses.
• If you are using any other medicine (including all non-prescription).
• If you are using any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products of any kind.