Antibiotic and Antiprotozoal combination
Last reviewed June 2026
Who is this for?
This is a combination drug containing two medicines — Ofloxacin (an antibiotic) and Tinidazole (an anti-infection medicine) — that work together to kill bacteria and other harmful germs (like amoeba and certain parasites) causing infections in your body.
Inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV (ofloxacin), preventing DNA replication and transcription, while disrupting protozoal and anaerobic bacterial DNA structure through free radical generation and direct DNA strand breakage (tinidazole).
Prescription Required
You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.
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The usual adult dose is 1 tablet twice daily (morning and night) for 5 to 7 days, depending on the type of infection. Take it with a glass of water, preferably after food to reduce stomach upset. Always complete the full course your pharmacist or doctor prescribed, even if you start feeling better.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule. Do not take two tablets at once to make up for the missed dose.
Important for antibiotics
Always complete the full course even if you feel better. Stopping early can cause the infection to return and become drug-resistant.
Always complete the full course of this antibiotic even if you feel better after 2 or 3 days — stopping early can make the infection come back stronger and harder to treat. Do not buy from roadside sellers or unregistered vendors — buy from a licensed pharmacy to ensure you are getting genuine Tiniflox tablets. Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if they have similar symptoms — infections can have different causes that need different treatments.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this drug and for at least 3 days after finishing the course — mixing Tinidazole with alcohol can cause severe nausea, vomiting, and cramps. Avoid taking antacids (like aluminium or magnesium-containing drugs) at the same time as this medicine, as they reduce its effectiveness — space them at least 2 hours apart. Be cautious if you are on blood thinners like warfarin, as Tinidazole can increase bleeding risk.
Check your specific combination
Is it safe to take Ofloxacin; with your other drugs?
This drug is not safe during pregnancy (especially the first 3 months) and breastfeeding — do not take it if you are pregnant or nursing unless your doctor specifically says so.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — Nigerian weather can be very hot, so do not leave it in your car or near a window. Keep the tablets in their original pack and far away from children.
For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
Names this drug is sold under — especially in Nigerian and West African pharmacies
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Counterfeit Drug Warning
Fake drugs are a serious problem in Nigeria. Always buy from a registered pharmacy. If the packaging looks different from what is described above, do not use it.