Administration of Drugs
Patients should be told to take tinidazole tablets with food to minimize the incidence of epigastric discomfort and other gastrointestinal side-effects. Food does not affect the oral bioavailability of tinidazole.
Medication Guide — Tinidazole 54 455 00054 0348 07
Patient-friendly FDA guidance and safety information.
Last updated · May 16, 2026Source: DailyMed ↗
Boxed Warning
Carcinogenicity has been seen in mice and rats treated chronically with metronidazole, another nitroimidazole agent. Although such data have not been reported for tinidazole, the two drugs are structurally related and have similar biologic effects. Limit use of Tinidazole tablets to approved indications only. Avoid chronic use..
WARNING: POTENTIAL RISK FOR CARCINOGENICITY
See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning.
Carcinogenicity has been seen in mice and rats treated chronically with metronidazole, another nitroimidazole agent ( 13.1). Although such data have not been reported for tinidazole, the two drugs are structurally related and have similar biologic effects.
Limit use of Tinidazole tablets to approved indications only. Avoid chronic use.
Poison Help
If you suspect an overdose or accidental ingestion, call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 (free, 24/7, U.S.). For life-threatening symptoms, call 911.
Sources
RxCUI: 199519
Last fetched: May 16, 2026
Source: DailyMed ↗
⚠️ Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor, pharmacist, or other licensed healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medicine. Read full medical disclaimer.