AntiInfectiveMeds
Since 2010
| Quantity | Price per tablet | You save | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | £19.85 | - | £198.53 | |
| 20 | £15.74 | £82.23 | £314.84 | |
| 30 | £12.91 | £208.16 | £387.44 | |
| 60 | £9.11 | £644.50 | £546.71 | |
| 120 | £6.41 | £1,612.72 | £769.69 |
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Sized like a regular personal letter (approximately 24x11x0.7 cm), with no indication of what is inside.
| Delivery Method | Estimated delivery |
|---|---|
| Express Free for orders over £222.24 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 4-7 days |
| Standard Free for orders over £148.16 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 14-21 days |
This medicine is used to treat certain protozoal infections and infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria. Its active ingredient is secnidazole, a 5-nitroimidazole antimicrobial. It may work against organisms such as Trichomonas vaginalis, Giardia lamblia, and Entamoeba histolytica, as well as some anaerobic bacteria (depending on local susceptibility patterns and product information).
Secnidazole and other 5-nitroimidazoles enter susceptible microorganisms and undergo enzymatic reduction of the nitro group in anaerobic organisms and certain protozoa. Reactive metabolites can damage DNA and inhibit growth.
Secnidazole 1 g is supplied as a film-coated tablet in some markets. Take it by mouth with water exactly as prescribed. Do not take more than the dose prescribed or use it for longer than your healthcare professional recommends.
For adults, some product information uses 2 g as a single dose (that is, two 1 g tablets or four 500 mg tablets) for conditions such as intestinal amoebiasis, giardiasis and trichomoniasis. Some product information also includes bacterial vaginosis. Dosing can vary depending on the infection and the country. In the UK, hepatic amoebiasis regimens may require treatment over several days - follow local product information and your clinician's instructions.
Secnidazole is an antimicrobial medicine. Using it when it is not needed may contribute to resistance. Use it only when it has been prescribed for an infection that is proven or strongly suspected.
| Medicine | Drug class | What it is typically used for | Common regimen (adult, examples) | Key cautions / notes | Alcohol advice |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secnidazole | Nitroimidazole (antimicrobial / antiprotozoal) | Bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis in some markets, depending on local product information and availability. | Often used as a single-dose treatment by mouth in markets where the medicine is available, for example 2 g once. | Do not use in people with hypersensitivity to secnidazole or other nitroimidazoles. If trichomoniasis is being treated, sexual partners should also be assessed and treated where appropriate to help reduce the risk of reinfection. | Avoid alcohol during treatment and follow the product information for any advice after the dose. |
| Metronidazole | Nitroimidazole (antibacterial / antiprotozoal) | Anaerobic bacterial infections, protozoal infections, and commonly bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis. | Usually given as a course over several days, depending on the indication and formulation. For example, oral metronidazole is commonly used for bacterial vaginosis in UK practice. | Avoid unnecessary use. Do not use with disulfiram taken within the previous 2 weeks. Metronidazole may interact with warfarin and other coumarin anticoagulants. | Do not drink alcohol during treatment and for at least 48 hours afterwards. |
| Tinidazole | Nitroimidazole (antiprotozoal / anaerobic antibacterial) | Trichomoniasis, giardiasis and amoebiasis where available. | Often given as a single-dose treatment for some protozoal infections, with courses over several days for others, depending on the indication and local product information. | May interact with warfarin and other oral anticoagulants. Avoid use with disulfiram. Availability varies, and tablets may not be routinely available in the UK. | Avoid alcohol during treatment and for 3 days after the last dose. |
| Albendazole | Anthelmintic (benzimidazole) | Helminth infections (worm infections), not bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis. | Usually given as a short course or a longer regimen, depending on the infection, body weight and specialist advice. | Liver function and blood counts may need to be monitored with longer courses. Avoid use in pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Use depends on the indication and local availability. | No specific disulfiram-like alcohol warning is usually highlighted. |
Note: Your product is secnidazole 1 g. Availability, dosing and licensed indications may vary depending on the formulation and local product information. Always follow the product information and the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not use secnidazole if you have hypersensitivity to secnidazole or other imidazole (nitroimidazole) derivatives. Some product information advises avoiding use during the first trimester of pregnancy and while breastfeeding; in the UK, follow the local product information and your clinician's advice.
Avoid alcohol during treatment and for at least 24 hours after the last dose. Do not use it together with disulfiram.
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take. Secnidazole may increase the effect of warfarin and other oral anticoagulants, so monitoring may be needed.
Side effects are usually mild and temporary. Reported side effects with nitroimidazoles can include gastrointestinal upset (nausea, abdominal pain), headache, dizziness and a metallic taste. Seek urgent medical attention if you have signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face or throat, or trouble breathing.
Store below 30°C (86°F). Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
I'm in Leicester. Can I enter my postcode before paying to check whether Secnidazole can be delivered to me?
Yes. Enter your Leicester postcode during checkout to see the delivery options available for your address before payment. Availability is confirmed by the options shown there.
My Secnidazole order has been dispatched to Manchester. Does that mean it will arrive tomorrow?
Not necessarily. Dispatch means the order has left for delivery, not that it is due to arrive the next day in Manchester. Express delivery is usually 4-7 days and includes tracking, while Standard delivery is usually 14-21 days and normally has no tracking updates.
I live in Belfast and want to order Secnidazole. Can I confirm delivery to my address before I pay?
Yes. Add your Belfast address at checkout and review the delivery options offered before completing payment. This is the best way to confirm whether delivery is available for your address.
I used Secnidazole in a different form previously. Which form do you sell?
This catalogue listing is for Secnidazole 1 g oral tablets. No other Secnidazole dosage form is listed for this product.
I'm due to take Secnidazole for bacterial vaginosis and have an important work presentation afterwards. What side effects should I watch for?
Possible effects include nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, headache and an altered or metallic taste. Dizziness or vertigo can occur, so avoid driving or hazardous work if affected. Seek urgent medical help for swelling, rash with breathing difficulty, severe confusion or other signs of a serious allergic or neurological reaction.
| Active ingredient | Secnidazole |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Nitroimidazole antimicrobial |
| Dosage form | Tablet |
| Available strengths | 1 g |
| Route | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20°C to 25°C; excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C. Keep in the original container, protected from moisture and light. |
| ATC code | P01AB07 |
This product has 6 ratings, but only 5 written reviews so far. Share your experience and help other customers.
These secnidazole tablets used to be a touch cheaper, but I still think the quality justifies the current price.
My secnidazole tablets arrived in secure inner packaging, completely undamaged and well protected for the journey.
I asked support whether these secnidazole tablets needed any special storage, and they gave me a clear, helpful answer straightaway.
When I lived in London, delivery for my partner's secnidazole tablets used to arrive two or three days quicker, though that's not always the case now.
The secnidazole tablets I received looked a different colour than the brand ones from my usual pharmacy, but matching active ingredient mattered more, and honestly it's good value.
