Secnil Forte Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Abbott
Active Ingredient	Secnidazole (1000mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Nitroimidazole
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	5-Nitroimidazole (Antiprotozoal & Antibacterial)
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	492

FAQ

What are the side effects of Secnil Forte?

The most common side effects of Secnil Forte are headache, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vaginal yeast infection and vaginal itching. These side effects are usually not bothersome. But if you are concerned or if any of these persists for a long duration, consult your doctor.

Why is it harmful to drink alcohol while using Secnil Forte?

Alcohol should be strictly avoided while taking Secnil Forte.Moreover, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfiram reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.

Is Secnil Forte effective?

Secnil Forte is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Secnil Forte too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can I stop taking Secnil Forte when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Secnil Forte. Complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Hence, if you stop taking the medicine before completing the course, your infection may come back. Consult your doctor before you stop taking Secnil Forte and follow their advice.

Is Secnil Forte safe?

Secnil Forte is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if I forget to take a dose of Secnil Forte?

If you forget a dose of Secnil Forte, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

What if you forget to take Secnil Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Secnil Forte, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Secnil Forte Tablet Reviews

Secnil Forte is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It is used to treat infections of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, and skin.

Secnil Forte is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers, and pressure sores. This medicine may be taken with or without food. However, it should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The amount you are advised will depend on what you are being treated for and how bad it is, but you should take this antibiotic exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better after a short time but do not stop taking it until you have finished a full course of treatment, even if you feel well. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink any alcohol while taking this medicine and for some days after stopping it. Otherwise, you may get unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.

The most common side effects of this medicine include gastrointestinal disturbances, nausea, abdominal pain, dry mouth, metallic taste, glossitis, and stomatitis. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You can try using sugarless candies or lozenges to overcome any dryness or metallic taste in the mouth.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have any kidney or liver problems or any disease of the nervous system. Your doctor may change the dose or prescribe a different medicine. This medicine should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless it is absolutely necessary and prescribed by your doctor.

How Secnil Forte Tablet Works

Secnil Forte is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.

How to Use Secnil Forte Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Secnil Forte is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Secnil Forte Tablet

In Bacterial & parasitic infections: Secnil Forte helps treat many different infections such as those of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, bones, and skin that are caused by bacteria and parasites. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. It usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria and parasites are killed and do not become resistant.

Uses of Secnil Forte Tablet

Bacterial & parasitic infections

Secnil Forte Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Secnil Forte may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Secnil Forte in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^CAUTION

Secnil Forte should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Secnil Forte may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Secnil Forte is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Secnil Forte may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Secnil Forte may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
Secnil Forte used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage. Take it only as prescribed by your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
Secnil Forte treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.