Trichomoniasis
3 drugs · 3 Prescription
Antiprotozoal drugs for trichomoniasis (trich)
A common, curable parasitic infection, but it passes back and forth between partners if only one is treated
Avoid alcohol while taking metronidazole or tinidazole, as the combination causes severe nausea and vomiting
When to see a doctor
Seek care if you notice any of the following
- You have severe abdominal pain that does not go away with pain relief medication.
- You experience heavy bleeding or spotting between periods that lasts for more than 2 weeks.
- You have a fever over 38°C (100.4°F) that lasts for more than 3 days.
- You notice a foul-smelling discharge from your vagina that is yellow or green in color.
- You have difficulty breathing or chest pain that gets worse when you cough.
For guidance only: always consult a qualified healthcare provider.
Antibiotic and Antiparasitic
Nitroimidazole
Metronidazole
PrescriptionStomach infections (amoeba), diarrhea caused by germs, dental infections, vaginal infections, wound infections, stomach ulcer (works alongside other drugs to kill the H. pylori bacteria), pelvic infections, infections after surgery
Tinidazole
PrescriptionAmoeba infection (amoebiasis), giardia infection (running stomach caused by parasites), bacterial vaginosis (vaginal infection with discharge and odour), trichomoniasis (sexually transmitted infection), dental infections, stomach ulcer caused by H. pylori bacteria
Antibiotic
Nitroimidazole: anti-parasitic and antibacterial