Tinject 500mg Infusion is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It is used to treat infections of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, and skin.

Tinject 500mg Infusion helps prevent an infection after surgery. It is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers, and pressure sores. This injection is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Your symptoms may get better after a short time but you should finish the course of treatment even if you feel well, otherwise, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink any alcohol while taking this medicine and for some days after stopping it. Otherwise, you may get unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.

The most common side effects of this medicine are headache, dryness in mouth, and nausea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You can try using sugarless candies or lozenges to overcome any dryness or metallic taste in the mouth.

Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have any kidney or liver problems or any disease of the nervous system. This medicine should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless it is absolutely necessary and prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Tinject Infusion

Bacterial infections
Parasitic infections

Side effects of Tinject Infusion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Tinject

Headache
Dryness in mouth
Nausea

How to use Tinject Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Tinject Infusion works

Tinject 500mg Infusion is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Tinject 500mg Infusion may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Tinject 500mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Tinject 500mg Infusion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
If a single dose of Tinject 500mg Infusion is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.

Driving

UNSAFE

Tinject 500mg Infusion may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Tinject 500mg Infusion may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tinject 500mg Infusion is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Tinject 500mg Infusion is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Tinject 500mg Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tinject 500mg Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Tinject Infusion?

If you miss a dose of Tinject 500mg Infusion, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Tinject 500mg Infusion treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.
Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
Tinject 500mg Infusion treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.
Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
Tinject 500mg Infusion used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage. Take it only as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Nitroimidazole

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Antiprotozoal & Antibacterial- Nitroimidazoles

Interaction with drugs

Taking Tinject with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

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Warfarin (Oral Route) Moderate

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Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion

I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

Is Tinject 500mg Infusion effective?

Tinject 500mg Infusion is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Tinject 500mg Infusion too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How is Tinject 500mg Infusion administered?

Tinject 500mg Infusion should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Tinject 500mg Infusion.

Can I continue breastfeeding while taking Tinject 500mg Infusion?

No, do not breastfeed while taking Tinject 500mg Infusion. Moreover, you should avoid breastfeeding even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

Is Tinject 500mg Infusion safe?

Tinject 500mg Infusion is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Are there any warning signals associated with Tinject 500mg Infusion which indicate that I should discontinue it immediately?

Serious side effects are very rare with the use of Tinject 500mg Infusion. However, you should consult your doctor immediately if you notice difficulty in breathing, fits or seizures or swelling of eyelids, face, lips or tongue.

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