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Tinidazole User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

Brand names: Tindamax, Fasigyn

Tinidazole has an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from a total of 106 reviews on Drugs.com. 73% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 8% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Tinidazole

  • keeee...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • November 2, 2013

For Bacterial Vaginosis "This is so far, so good. I would give this a ten, but the side effects brings it down to a 8. I started taking the two day treatment and I still have this horrible metallic taste in my mouth. It causes me to lose an appetite because everything I eat taste horrible. I also had an headache and nausea. I have been suffering from BV for almost a year now, and this medication has cleared it up really fast. So I have no major complaints. I will come back in a month and give an update"

8 / 10
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  • AshJack
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 13, 2017

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I was initially diagnosed with a yeast infection, but after they looked at my results, they diagnosed me with BV. It's my first diagnosis. I'm all ready impatient because I was treating a "yeast infection " for a week. This is honestly fairly quick though. My symptoms subsided after two of the pills (2pills/day for 2 days). I didn't feel any side affects, but god are these things nasty. They immediately dissolve before you can swallow them. I'm not a big pill person. I ground them up and stirred them into grapefruit juice. The only way I could take them. Other than that, it works. "

8 / 10
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  • Chi...
  • December 18, 2013

Tindamax (tinidazole) for Bacterial Vaginosis "Battled bacterial vaginitis for years before I found out about Tindamax. It worked wonders my first round of it 4 pills 2 days. I got it again a year later and this time ...side effects kicked in big time. My fingers were sore, severe muscle aches, red inflamed spots on my chest, fever and headaches. It lasted 1 whole day but the bacterial vaginitis was gone and haven't had it since but it gave me a yeast infection."

10 / 10
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  • It...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • May 29, 2018

For Trichomoniasis "My husband cheated on me and I got this awful smell went to the Dr and almost fainted when I found out I had Trich and bacterial vaginitis but I took these pills. I am allergic to flagyl and so I was scared because I’m allergic to most antibiotics but the pharmacist told me to eat and then 30 min before I take the four pills to take a Benadryl so I did that. Now I no longer have a smell and left my husband and so they told me to wait a month go get rechecked I will probably go back before then. I was so ashamed of myself like I’ve never had a smell and I was so ashamed of that but I don’t smell now so just waiting for this time to get rechecked. Needless to say I was tired and had a little upset stomach probably because I didn’t eat enough but I’m feeling better and back to my old self. This seems to be a lot better than the clindamycin gel that stuff took the smell away but in three days it was back I was like oh no. This medicine I heard works - we will see."

10 / 10
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  • Vano
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 17, 2021

For Trichomoniasis "I was diagnosed with Trichomoniasis and my doctor prescribed me these 4 tinidazole pills at 500 mg. I just took them not too long ago my vagina was very irritated itchy, no smell but it was irritated. Now I'm going to wait the 7 to 10 days to see if everything will be back to normal and check up with my obgyn"

9 / 10
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  • Cancun
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • July 6, 2017

For Bacterial Vaginosis "Am a little late on my prognosis, by the next day the BV and smell was gone! Happy to say I didn't get nausea,or vomiting or diarrhea I did however get the metallic taste. I didn't feel weak or fatigued nothing all. It's great I like it better then the metrogel I hate using vaginal creams and this was great! Good yall"

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  • Thisl...
  • July 14, 2011

For Amebiasis "Dientamoeba fragilis is notoriously difficult to get rid of. I've tried anti-parasite herbs, Flagyl, Alinia, Tinidazole plus Yodoxin, and most recently, Tinidazole plus Paramomycin. The first time I had a very low dose (250mg) but I actually felt much better while taking it. After I finished, though, symptoms worsened again. The second time I took 1000mg, and that knocked out about 90% of my pain and other symptoms for about 4 months, until I took an antibiotic for a different infection. Then it worsened again. But overall I feel like Tinidazole worked far better than any of the other remedies (including the herbs, dietary restrictions and digestive enzymes)."

8 / 10
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  • Bella...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • February 12, 2014

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I had bacterial vaginitis for about six months, the four pills for two days where great. I made me a little sick the first day and you do have a metallic taste in your mouth. This medicine works quick."

9 / 10
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  • Ga...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • January 6, 2017

For Bacterial Vaginosis "SO. I'm giving this drug a 10 star rating. I first took this drug a few yrs ago when I noticed some gross discharge and a equally gross odor down there. I had just finished my period. I work in a obgyn office so I asked one of the nurses and she just so happen to have a few samples of tindamax. I took 4 that day and 4 the next. Guys when I say this med is the truth I was cleared the second night no discharge no odor absolutely cured. So fast forward to now and it seems like the last 2 months I've been getting BV right after my period. I started flagyl but it seemed like the discharge was coming more... My clinical manager gave me some tindamx this morning and I've taking the first so I know it will start to clear up. No side effects love it"

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  • Anonymous
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • November 9, 2015

For Bacterial Vaginosis "Within 10 minutes of taking the pills I could taste the metallic taste. It was not unbearable. BV was gone when I was done with the 2 day treatment. Make sure to take with a very large meal! I think this is what saved me from vomiting. I have a very sensitive stomach and only felt nauseous a couple times but it went away quickly. Only other side effect was that I was very fatigued."

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  • Anonymous
  • August 19, 2016

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I started to take this after the metro gel and the pills werent working for me. My dr gave me 4 pills of the tinidazole to take twice a day. The first day was ok but the second, I felt very fatigue and sleepy. I decided to drink coffee and that actually made it worse (i started really getting nauseous). My symptoms cleared up the next day, thats why i think its still better then the other meds. Also you dont have to take it for a whole week."

7 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • July 6, 2011

Tindamax (tinidazole) for Bacterial Vaginosis "The nausea alone is what made me give this medication a 1. Not only are you over-the-top nauseous, but the tired feeling and nasty metallic taste is overwhelming! I will most definitely be calling my doctor tomorrow for the gel."

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  • Kateb
  • June 1, 2020

For Giardiasis "I was terrified to take this tinidazole for griardia. I took 1 pill to see what it would do in the height of my infection. It did give me diarrhea. Later (a week) I took the correct dose, all 4 in a day but a couple hours apart. It wasn't bad. I did get a metallic taste, my stomach rumbled, but other than that. I was fine. I did make sure to eat a big meal first, take lots of water and avoid anything with alcohol. Unfortunately after 3 weeks, I believe the giardia is back. Not sure if because I had so bad, or its something else? These reviews really scare people. Unfortunately everyone is different. I am sensitive and was able to take this, however I would not recommend if your stomach is in a horrible state. When I took first pill, I couldn’t even eat a piece of bread without pain. Try not to take when stomach is completely out of whack. Get yourself a bit together first. This is a strong medicine on your stomach. Have some Graham crackers on hand and kefir to keep coating tummy. Good luck"

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  • Sad...
  • August 31, 2014

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I've been on 500 mg twice a day for two days. I'm supposed to take it for three more days. SEVERE side effects. I have extreme weakness, numbness in my left hand/arm, body aches, now severe pelvic pain, which I'm hoping is just a Yeast Infection, nausea, food tastes weird, I can only drink water with lemon because it makes the water taste metallic, severe fatigue. My doctor has been trying everything for Bacterial Vaginitis on and off for the past year, and especially the past 6 months. I know this will work (as Flagyl did in the past), I'm just hoping the side effects go away."

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  • AJano
  • March 19, 2021

For Trichomoniasis "I took tinidazole (4 pills at once = 2g) on March 16th 2021, I took it because I was diagnosed with Bacteria Vaginosis as well as Trichomoniasis, I also had yeast, (yes I know so much going on). I took monistat 3 a day to clear up the yeast. I took this as soon as I got done eating, so much stomach was nice and full. I felt fine after taking this medication the first day, the next day March 17, 2021, there were very mild symptoms, the symptoms were so mild that I still went about my day without being bothered. During that evening I had some diarrhea and nauseated and very little appetite. But it wasn't to the point of over bearing...my nausea wasn't that bad, it was mild. My appetite seems to be the only thing that really did something but I still ate. Oh and urine was dark and all I drink is water (but taking this med does give you dark urine) On March 18th symptoms are non existent, no smell no heavy discharge and side effect symptoms from medication are gone."

10 / 10
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  • 25yea...
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • April 1, 2013

Tindamax (tinidazole) for Trichomoniasis "I was diagnosed with trichomoniasis and where it came from I'm unsure of. I took the 4 white pills as soon as I got them. I didn't experience any major side effects other than feeling flushed (body temperature was rising) and dehydration. I knew the increase in body temp was an indication the medication was at work. I have not yet had a follow up with obgyn but as soon as I do (couple days from now) I will repost my personal results and will be able to better rate this drug. As for my partner who also took Tindamax, said he felt extremely itchy all over his body and very nauseous and complained of a chemical odor whenever he would urinate. He has yet to go get a follow up with his doctor as well."

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  • les
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • December 16, 2020

For Amebiasis "My doctor prescribed me this antibiotic tinidazole after finding traces of blastocystis parasite in my stool. I was a little reluctant to take it at first since it’s a one time dose of 4 pills and I’m only 110 pounds. However, after taking it I didn’t experience any harsh symptoms like others have. The only thing that really bothered me was the weird taste in my mouth that lasted for about 3 days. Most of the time I could ignore it except when I ate sweet foods... it tastes like spoiled milk. After about 2 days I started having dark brown discharge that still hasn’t gone away after 5 days. I have looked up that this is a common side effect so hopefully it will go away soon. I recommend you take this right after a big meal in the middle of the day."

9 / 10
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  • SKano
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • November 27, 2020

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I was asymptomatic for BV, it was only found on a pap, but I had to take the tinidazole drug for five days twice a day. I might’ve had itching although it could’ve been in my head but it went away. I didn’t have any side effects besides the metallic taste. I usually took it with meals but not always. However the metallic taste is awful and is only starting to go away nearly 24 hours after my last dose. Water is disgusting, and brushing your teeth only helps a little before it gets worse again."

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  • clt
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • March 31, 2018

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I was so nervous about taking this medication because of the possible side effects and because it was such a large dose (2g/4pills taken at once per day for 2 days) but it was totally fine and I had barely any side effects! My symptoms started going away on the second day and were completely gone by the next. I made sure to eat a heavy meal (spaghetti and bread followed by a cup of almond milk) before taking the 4 pills both nights. I never felt nauseous, but I did feel very sleepy within 2 hours...slept for almost 12hrs both nights and didn't want to get out of bed for work the next day. Once I started the day I felt fine all day almost forgot I was on them. Had a slight metallic taste in my mouth the next morning but used lifesaver candies to cover it up. I avoided all lotions and makeup products that had traces of alcohol to make sure I didn't have any chance of a reaction. I liked that it was only 2 days of taking antibiotics rather than a week to 10 days."

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  • Mich
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • December 23, 2019

For Trichomoniasis "I took this Med (tinidazole) yesterday. I was diagnosed with trichomoniasis. My dose 2g for 1 day. I took 2 tablets at 11:30 and 2 tablet at 4:30 pm with full meal and a glass of almond milk no side effects. The only side effect is I can’t sleep ... but I still have discharge in the morning .. is it normal ?"

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  • Jejee
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • September 12, 2018

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I will be so glad when I wake up tomorrow and don’t have to take another pill. I have the worst heartburn and bad metallic taste in my mouth. I can’t drink enough water. I’m tired and have a bad headache. But 4 pills a day for two days was quick. I spread them out and took one every 4 hours. I feel better down there and hopefully the BV is gone. I’ve heard with Mirena BV is common but I’ve changed some of my cleaning habits as my doctor said over cleaning can be a cause as well. Hoping for no yeast infection. I have been eating a lot of Greek yogurt while taking these pills. Very expensive antibiotic even with insurance!"

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  • Rose
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • April 7, 2020

For Bacterial Vaginosis "I have been having bacterial vaginitis for more than 8 years. In the first year, I walked into a pharmacy, saw the drug-Tinidazole and just bought about 5 packs of 2g-4tablets each. I took 4 tablets for 3 days without prescription. I'm a registered nurse, within that 3 days. I felt relieved, but because of the serious metallic taste, I reduced it to 2 tablets 2 times daily. That is how the infection resurfaced for more than 8 years. I have tried several drugs they did not work, there was no odor, but I felt irritation, sometimes. In the last seven days, I decided to risk taking it again without prescription, I have just taken for the 7th day, 4tablets. I hope to take High Vaginal Swab after this, though, the side effects are terrible, metallic taste, severe headache, sometimes nausea, rapid pulse. I just hope I can complete 10days before giving up. Less I forget, in Nigeria, it is one of the cheapest antibiotics."

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  • Nate
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • December 15, 2023

For Giardiasis "I had the worst bout of giardiasis + E. coli combination. 10+ loose stools a day for 8 days before I got treatment. I had lost 15 pounds. Right after taking it, I had some stomachache and mild nausea, but that only lasted for a few hours and was nothing compared to the actual giardiasis symptoms. The next morning when I woke up, I already started feeling 100x better. Appetite returned and my stomach felt much more stable to take in food and liquids."

9 / 10
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  • Albinus
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • April 28, 2017

For Giardiasis "I'm immunocompromised so sometimes end up with random bowel infections. I've been on a 2g stat dose of tinidazole a few times now. For violent bouts of uncontrolled and explosive diarrhea caused by suspected protozoal infections this stuff works amazingly, and quickly. Bad parts are the fatigue and metallic taste in your mouth (similar to radiotherapy) and no alcohol for 72 hours lest you end up with nasty issues."

9 / 10
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  • amyfed
  • Taken for less than 1 month
  • June 27, 2014

For Bacterial Vaginosis "My doctor suspected bacterial vaginitis so she gave me samples to use for two days. Did give me the bitter taste in my mouth and on the 3rd day I was very tired and weak. I also had sharp stomach pain on the 2nd day for a few hours but possibly unrelated. Today is the 4th day and it seems to have helped."

8 / 10
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