Tinidazole Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Warnings

Tinidazole is also known as: Fasigyn, Tindamax

Overview

Tinidazole may cause harm to the fetus. Tinidazole should not be used during the first trimester of pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Tinidazole while you are pregnant. Tinidazole is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Tinidazole and for 3 days after you have taken the last dose.

Tinidazole Pregnancy Warnings

Tinidazole has been assigned pregnancy category C by the FDA. Animal studies have revealed evidence of a slightly higher incidence of fetal mortality. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Tinidazole is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy. During the second and third trimester of pregnancy, tinidazole is only recommended for use when there are no alternatives and benefit outweighs risk .

Animal reproductive studies have shown some evidence of mutagenic potential.

Tinidazole Lactation Warnings

Tinidazole is excreted into human milk. The effects in the nursing infant are unknown. Breast-feeding is not recommended during therapy and for 72 hours following the last dose.

Tinidazole has been detected in breast milk in concentrations similar to those seen in serum. Measurable levels have been detected for up to 72 hours after discontinuation of therapy.

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