Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole

Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole is a combination medicine used in the syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms and killing the existing ones that cause the infection.

It is advisable to take Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole at a fixed time each day to maintain consistent levels of the medicine in the blood. In case you have missed any doses, take it as soon as you remember it. Never skip any doses and finish a full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped without talking to the doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

It may cause side effects like nausea, headache, vomiting, taste change, dizziness, indigestion, loss of appetite, and stomach pain. It may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions or if you are on any medicines. Let your doctor also know if you have any known allergic history to any of the components of this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine.

• Syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge

Syndromic treatment of vaginal discharge
Vaginal discharge is completely normal if it is not accompanied by other symptoms such as foul smell, change in color, a sudden increase in the quantity, itching, irritation or burning sensation. These symptoms can be embarrassing as well as bothersome. Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole is a combination medicine that helps in effectively managing these symptoms by killing the organisms responsible for causing an infection of the vagina. Besides using Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole, always maintain good personal hygiene to avoid any vaginal infection. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dra V

• Vaginal itching
• Taste change
• Vomiting
• Vaginal infection
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea
• Loss of appetite

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole is to be taken with food.

Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole is a combination of three medicines: Fluconazole, Azithromycin and Secnidazole. Fluconazole is an antifungal which works by preventing the formation of the fungal protective covering which is essential for the survival of the fungi in the human body. Azithromycin is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Secnidazole is also an antibiotic which kills the infection-causing bacteria and other microorganisms, by damaging their DNA.

• Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole should be taken with food at the same time every day.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
• It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.
• It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Azithromycin + Fluconazole + Secnidazole affects you.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Kore S, Pandole A, Kulkarni S, et al. Syndromic management of vaginal discharge - our experience. Bombay Hospital Journal. 2003;45(3). [Accessed 06 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from: