{"id":8608,"date":"2021-03-16T10:28:56","date_gmt":"2021-03-16T10:28:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=8608"},"modified":"2021-04-09T18:30:41","modified_gmt":"2021-04-09T18:30:41","slug":"fasigyn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/fasigyn\/","title":{"rendered":"Fasigyn &#8211; Tinidazole uses, dose, and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>\n\n500&nbsp;film-coated tablets&nbsp;<br>tinidazole<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Fasigyn is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fasigyn contains a substance called tinidazole that kills certain bacteria and&nbsp;protozoa(unicellular&nbsp;organisms&nbsp;) without damaging human&nbsp;tissue.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fasigyn is used in the treatment of&nbsp;infections&nbsp;caused by certain bacteria or&nbsp;protozoa, e.g.&nbsp;Trichomonas vaginalis.&nbsp;These&nbsp;infections&nbsp;can occur in the intestines as well as in the genitals of both men and women.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tinidazole contained in Fasigyn may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What you need to know before using Fasigyn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Fasigyn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to tinidazole, other 5-nitroimidazole derivatives, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>in certain disease states of the&nbsp;central nervous system<\/li><li>in case of a certain pathological change of the blood (blood&nbsp;dyscrasia&nbsp;)<\/li><li>during the first three months of pregnancy (first trimester) or if you are trying to conceive (see section Pregnancy, breast-feeding, and&nbsp;fertility&nbsp;).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact a doctor if, after taking Fasigyn, you should feel any neurological changes such as&nbsp;dizziness, inability to coordinate movements (&nbsp;ataxia&nbsp;), impaired function in peripheral nerves (may, for example, affect sensation or muscle function), or seizures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fasigyn is not recommended for children under 12 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other drugs and Fasigyn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Concomitant use of blood-thinning medicines (eg&nbsp;warfarin&nbsp;) may be affected by treatment with Fasigyn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fasigyn with food, drink, and alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fasigyn should if possible be taken in conjunction with, or shortly after a meal.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcohol consumption should be avoided.&nbsp;If alcohol is consumed during treatment and up to 3 days (72 hours) after treatment, it can cause several unpleasant symptoms, e.g.&nbsp;redness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and palpitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fasigyn should not be used during the first three months of pregnancy (first trimester).&nbsp;It should only be used during the last six months of pregnancy (the second and third trimesters) if your doctor deems it necessary.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance tinidazole is excreted in human milk.&nbsp;Children who are breastfed may be affected.&nbsp;You should not breast-feed while taking Fasigyn and for at least 3 days after stopping treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No studies have been performed, but to date, there is no evidence that Fasigyn affects the ability to drive or use machines.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;A description of these<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>effects and&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fasigyn contains sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg)&nbsp;sodium&nbsp;per tablet, ie it is essentially &#8216;sodium-free&#8217;.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How to use Fasigyn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dose&nbsp;one is determined by the doctor, who adjusts it individually for you.&nbsp;The size of the dose and the duration of treatment are different depending on the&nbsp;infection being treated.&nbsp;After just a few days, the symptoms may subside.&nbsp;However, the entire course must be completed.&nbsp;Otherwise, there is a risk that&nbsp;infection will return.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Infection&nbsp;of&nbsp;Trichomonas vaginalis&nbsp;in the vagina in women is usually treated with a single dose.&nbsp;The sexual partner is also treated, as he or she can be infected without having any symptoms.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fasigyn should if possible be taken in conjunction with, or shortly after a meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you use more Fasigyn than you should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has inadvertently ingested the medicine, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Fasigyn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten tablet.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause&nbsp;side effects, although not everybody gets them.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stop taking Fasigyn and contact a doctor immediately if you get any of the following symptoms (&nbsp;angioedema&nbsp;) (frequency&nbsp;not known&nbsp;):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>swelling of the face, tongue, or throat<\/li><li>difficulty swallowing<\/li><li>hives&nbsp;and difficulty breathing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The following&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;have been reported during treatment with Fasigyn:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (&nbsp;<\/em><em>may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Decreased appetite, dizziness, headache, dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps.&nbsp;Taste changes such as metallic taste and bitter taste can be experienced during the treatment but are usually transient.&nbsp;Allergic skin reactions,&nbsp;itching.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare<\/em>&nbsp;(&nbsp;<em>may affect&nbsp;<\/em><em>up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transient decrease in&nbsp;white blood cells&nbsp;in the blood.&nbsp;Allergic reactions (eg hives).&nbsp;Neurological changes such as muscle weakness in the hands and feet.&nbsp;Inflammation of the oral mucosa.&nbsp;Rash.&nbsp;Dark staining of the urine.&nbsp;Joint pain.&nbsp;Fever.&nbsp;Jaundice, hepatic impairment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users):&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drug hypersensitivity, sudden&nbsp;hypersensitivity reaction&nbsp;with fever, rash, and swelling due to fluid accumulation in the&nbsp;tissues&nbsp;(anaphylactic&nbsp;shock&nbsp;), severe flushing, shortness of breath, palpitations, pulsating headache, nausea, and vomiting associated with alcohol intake (disulfiram).&nbsp;Seizures, inability to coordinate movements (&nbsp;ataxia&nbsp;), sensory disturbances,&nbsp;redness, discoloration of the tongue, tongue inflammation,&nbsp;angioedema,&nbsp;hives, fatigue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How to store Fasigyn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not store above 25 \u00b0 C.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is tinidazole 500 mg per tablet.<\/li><li>Other ingredients are Alginic acid, corn starch, microcrystalline cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, propylene glycol (E 1520), titanium dioxide (E 171).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the medicine looks like and the contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Appearance:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>White, round tablets marked with FAS 500.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Pack sizes:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blisters about 4, 16 resp.&nbsp;20 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pfizer AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>191 90 Sollentuna<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email: eumedinfo@pfizer.com<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> 500 film-coated tablets<br \/>\ntinidazole<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2206,2200],"tags":[3179,3180,3182,3181,2212,2210,3175,3177,3178,3176],"class_list":["post-8608","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-f","category-medicines","tag-fasigyn","tag-fasigyn-dose","tag-fasigyn-side-effects","tag-fasigyn-uses","tag-medicine","tag-tablet","tag-tinidazole","tag-tinidazole-dose","tag-tinidazole-side-effects","tag-tinidazole-uses"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8608","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8608"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8608\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9815,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8608\/revisions\/9815"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8608"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8608"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8608"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}