Secnidazole
Overview
Secnidazole is antiprotozoal, and a derivative of 5-nitromidazole closely related to metronidazole. Secnidazole is used in the treatmen of amoebiasis, giardiasis, and trichomoniasis.
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Padimate-O's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 0 to 2 g | 1 (1) | 24 hourly | PO | In invasive ( hepatic) amoebiasis , a dose of 1.5g daily in single or divided doses for 5days |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| 30 mg/kg | 30 (30) | As recommended. | Oral | For Once |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| No data regarding the neonatal dosage details of Padimate-O is available. |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Padimate-O
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