Warnings


What may interact with Tinidazole?

-Alcohol or any product containing alcohol
-Cholestyramine
-Cimetidine
-Cyclosporine
-Disulfiram
-Fluorouracil
-Ketoconazole
-Lithium
-Phenobarbital
-Phenytoin
-Rifampin
-Tacrolimus
-Warfarin

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Tinidazole

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Bleeding disorder
-Cockayne syndrome
-Frequently drink alcohol
-Liver disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to tinidazole, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Tinidazole?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
If you are being treated for a sexually transmitted infection (STI), avoid sexual contact until you have finished your treatment. Your sexual partner may also need treatment.
Some products may contain alcohol. Ask your care team if this medication contains alcohol. Be sure to tell all care teams you are taking this medication. Certain medications can cause an unpleasant reaction when taken with alcohol. The reaction includes flushing, headache, nausea, vomiting, sweating, and increased thirst. The reaction can last from 30 minutes to several hours.
Talk to your care team about your risk of cancer. You may be more at risk for certain types of cancer if you take this medication.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.