SECBACT 1000MG TABLET contains Secnidazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Antiprotozoals. It is used to treat urethritis and vaginitis (urethral and vaginal inflammation) due to trichomonas vaginalis, intestinal and hepatic amebiasis (liver infection) and giardiasis (parasitic infection of the small intestine due to giardia parasite) .

SECBACT 1000MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have a history of blood dyscrasia (abnormal condition or disease of the blood) or wheat allergy (condition that is different from celiac disease). Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking SECBACT 1000MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of unwanted effects.

SECBACT 1000MG TABLET is not recommended for use during the first trimester of pregnancy and it should be used with caution during pregnancy after the first trimester only if advised by the doctor. Also, it is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. SECBACT 1000MG TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents.

The most common side effects of taking SECBACT 1000MG TABLET are nausea, gastrointestinal disturbances, metallic taste sensation and inflammation of the mouth or tongue. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the side effect worsens.

USES OF SECBACT 1000MG TABLET

• Urethritis and vaginitis (due to trichomonas vaginalis)
• Intestinal and hepatic amebiasis
• Giardiasis (parasitic infection of the small intestine)

HOW SECBACT 1000MG TABLET WORKS

SECBACT 1000MG TABLET is an antiprotozoal agent that kills the parasites and bacteria by generating a harmful molecule which damages the DNA of the parasites and bacteria, resulting in disruption of bacterial or parasitic protein synthesis and its replication.

SIDE EFFECTS OF SECBACT 1000MG TABLET

• nausea
• Gastrointestinal disturbances
• epigastric pain
• metallic taste
• Inflammation of the mouth and tongue

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea: Stick to simple meals while taking this medicine. Avoid eating oily rich, fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Epigastric pain: Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller meals more frequently. Avoid eating spicy, greasy and acidic foods. Keep a heat pad on your stomach to relieve the pain. If the symptom does not improve, consult your doctor.

Caution :

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.