About CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE
CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE belongs to a class of medication called anti-infectives used for the syndromic treatment of vaginal infections. Vaginal infections can cause vaginal discharge, discomfort, and vaginal odour. However, these symptoms do not necessarily indicate an infection. Instead, they may result from other conditions that affect the vagina.
CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE is a combination of three drugs, namely: Clotrimazole (antifungal), Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Tinidazole (antiprotozoal). Clotrimazole is an antifungal that stops the growth of fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Lactobacillus acidophilus is a live microorganism that maintains the vagina in a healthy condition by producing anti-infectious substances. Tinidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Thereby, kills micro-organisms and clears the infection.
You are advised to take CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience bitter taste, nausea, weakness, indigestion, vomiting, weight gain, headache, dizziness, constipation. Most of these side effects of CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE if you are pregnant or a nursing mother and consult a doctor. Tinidazole may affect fertility in both men and women. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are planning for pregnancy before taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE. Drive only if you are alert as CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE may cause drowsiness, dizziness, numbness, or weakness. CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE used with caution in skin reactions, vaginal irritation. CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE used with caution in AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
Uses of CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE
Vaginal infection.
Medicinal Benefits
CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE is a combination of three drugs, namely: Clotrimazole (antifungal), Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Tinidazole (antiprotozoal) belong to a class of medication called anti-infectives used for the syndromic treatment of vaginal infections. Clotrimazole is an antifungal that stops the growth of fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Lactobacillus acidophilus is a live microorganism that maintains the vagina in a healthy condition by producing anti-infectious substances. Tinidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Thereby, kills micro-organisms and clears the infection.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE
- Bitter taste
- Nausea
- Weakness
- Indigestion
- Vomiting
- Weight gain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Constipation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE if you are pregnant or a nursing mother and consult a doctor. Tinidazole may affect fertility in both men and women. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are planning for pregnancy before taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE. Drive only if you are alert as CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE may cause drowsiness, dizziness, numbness, or weakness. CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE used with caution in skin reactions, vaginal irritation. CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE used with caution in AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE should be used for the full prescribed course even when the symptoms get better. The infection may recur and the fungi may get less sensitive to the medicine resulting in drug resistance if it is not used for the full prescribed course.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), antibiotics (rifampicin), antidepressants (nortriptyline, amitriptyline), antifungals (voriconazole, amphotericin B), benzodiazepines (triazolam, midazolam), anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine), pain relievers (ibuprofen), antiallergic drugs (astemizole, terfenadine), antipsychotic drug (pimozide), a drug for stomach upset (cisapride), medicines used to lower high blood pressure (verapamil, felodipine), antiarrhythmic agent (quinidine), anticancer drug (ibrutinib, olaparib), antiasthma drug (theophylline), anti-HIV drugs (saquinavir, zidovudine), antidiabetics (glibenclamide, glipizide, chlorpropamide, tolbutamide), corticosteroids (fluticasone).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid drinking beer, wine or spirits while taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE and for 3 days after treatment with CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE as it may cause stomach cramps, pounding heart, stomach cramps, or flushing (sudden feeling of warmth).
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have adrenal insufficiency (adrenal glands do not produce sufficient amounts of steroid hormones), blood disorders, fits, kidney, liver, HIV, or heart problems inform your doctor before taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid alcohol consumption with CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE as it may cause adverse effects such as severe nausea, vomiting, sweating, fast heartbeats, tingling, or warmth under the skin. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE.
Pregnancy
cautionCLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE is not recommended for pregnant women as it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
cautionCLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Driving
cautionCLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE may cause drowsiness, dizziness, numbness, or weakness. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE.
Liver
cautionTake CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required
Kidney
cautionTake CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionCLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE is not recommended for children below 12 years to treat vaginal infections. However, for treating other infections, CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE should be used in doses only as prescribed by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid foods like high sugar content foods like grapes, banana, and mango
- Avoid grains that gluten like wheat, rye, and barley.
- Take probiotics from yoghurt, fermented foods, or supplements.
- Avoid douching
- Quit smoking.
- Avoid alcohol.
- Avoid wearing tight pants and underwear.
Special Advise
- CLOTRIMAZOLE+LACTOBACILLUS ACIDOPHILUS+TINIDAZOLE should not be stopped immediately, finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Vaginal infection: Vaginal infections can cause vaginal discharge, discomfort, and vaginal odour. However, these symptoms do not necessarily indicate an infection. Instead, they may result from other conditions that affect the vagina. It is caused by a virus, bacteria, and other microorganisms. Some of the vaginal infections like Bacterial vaginosis (BV) (when there is an overgrowth of the bacteria that are naturally present in the vagina. This is the result of a decrease in the bacteria lactobacilli in the vagina). Trichomoniasis is a very common STI (an infection that occurs due to a protozoan parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis).
