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Secnil 500Mg Syrup

Manufacturer :  Abbott India Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Secnidazole
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Secnil 500Mg Syrup

Secnil syrup is a drug which is anti-infective or anti-parasitic nature. It is a very effective syrup which helps in treating dientamoebiasis. The medication is not recommended to patients who are lactose intolerant, as the lactose is one of the main ingredients in the composition of the drug. If you are allergic to any other ingredients of the drug you must avoid taking it before due consultation with your doctor. The drug is not recommended to patients who have a history of severe liver or kidney diseases and blood porphyria.

There may be certain allergic reactions to the drug which include an adverse allergic reaction, itching, dizziness, skin irritation such as rashes, hives or redness. The drug may be taken with or without food as the action of the medicine is not influenced by food intake. However it is recommended to abstain from smoking, alcohol, tobacco and caffeine during the course of the treatment. This drug is not administered to breastfeeding or pregnant women, especially those who are still in their first semester due to the potential health complications that may affect the foetus. The drug is known to affect the actions of anticoagulatants and increase the risk of bleeding.

    What are the uses of Secnil 500Mg Syrup

    What are the contraindications of Secnil 500Mg Syrup ?

    What are the side effects of Secnil 500Mg Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Secnil 500Mg Syrup

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women are advised to consult doctor before using this syrup.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Breastfeeding women must consult doctor before taking this syrup.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this syrup, 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.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    Secnil 500Mg Syrup is used to prevent the attack of microorganisms in the body. The drug administers itself into the bacterial cell. It is then modified to an active form through the decrease of nitro groups to radical anions with the help of bacterial enzymes which interrupts bacterial DNA synthesis.

      What are the interactions of Secnil 500Mg Syrup ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

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        This medication interacts with Warfarin, Cimetidine, Disulfiram.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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