SECZOL DS TABLET belongs to a group of medicines known as antibiotics used to treat various infections caused by bacteria and parasites (amoeba). It is prescribed for the treatment of diarrhea caused by microorganisms, Entamoeba histolytica, and Giardia lamblia. Additionally, it also treats vaginal and other bacterial infections. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our bodies. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. Parasites (amoeba) infection is an intestinal (bowel) illness caused by a parasite (amoeba) known as Entamoeba histolytica spread through human feces (poop).
SECZOL DS TABLET enters the bacterial cell as a prodrug without an antimicrobial activity. SECZOL DS TABLET is converted to an active form by bacterial enzymes. SECZOL DS TABLET slows the growth or sometimes kills the harmful bacteria and parasites (amoeba) that cause infections by damaging their DNA. It is bactericidal and works by killing bacteria that cause infections. SECZOL DS TABLET does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.
Take SECZOL DS TABLET as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take SECZOL DS TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience headache, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, vaginal itching, and vaginal yeast infection. Most of these side effects of SECZOL DS TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Before taking SECZOL DS TABLET inform your doctor if you have an allergy to other antibiotics. Before using this SECZOL DS TABLET inform your doctor about your medical history. If you are pregnant talk to your doctor because it is not known whether SECZOL DS TABLET will harm an unborn baby. Immediately contact your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother, you may stop this SECZOL DS TABLET for at least 4 days after your last dose.