Tagera Forte 500mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Secnidazole (500mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Nitroimidazole
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	5-Nitroimidazole (Antiprotozoal & Antibacterial)
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	489

FAQ

What if I forget to take a dose of Tagera Forte 500mg?

If you forget a dose of Tagera Forte 500mg, 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 are the side effects of Tagera Forte 500mg?

The most common side effects of Tagera Forte 500mg 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.

Can I stop taking Tagera Forte 500mg when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Tagera Forte 500mg. 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 Tagera Forte 500mg and follow their advice.

Is Tagera Forte 500mg safe?

Tagera Forte 500mg 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.

Why is it harmful to drink alcohol while using Tagera Forte 500mg?

Alcohol should be strictly avoided while taking Tagera Forte 500mg.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 Tagera Forte 500mg effective?

Tagera Forte 500mg 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 Tagera Forte 500mg too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if you forget to take Tagera Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Tagera Forte 500mg, 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.

Tagera Forte 500mg Tablet Reviews

Tagera Forte 500mg 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.

Tagera Forte 500mg 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 Tagera Forte 500mg Tablet Works

Tagera Forte 500mg is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.

How to Use Tagera Forte 500mg 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. Tagera Forte 500mg is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Tagera Forte 500mg Tablet

In Bacterial & parasitic infections: Tagera Forte 500mg 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 Tagera Forte 500mg Tablet

Bacterial & parasitic infections

Tagera Forte 500mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Tagera Forte 500mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Tagera Forte 500mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Tagera Forte 500mg 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.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Tagera Forte 500mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tagera Forte 500mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Tagera Forte 500mg may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Breast feeding ^CAUTION

Tagera Forte 500mg 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.

Quick Tips

Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.
Tagera Forte 500mg 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.
Tagera Forte 500mg treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
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.