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Tinobac Sterile Powder is indicated for the treatment of acute gonorrheal urethritis and proctitis in men, and acute gonorrheal cervicitis and proctitis in women. Men and women who have had recent known exposure to gonorrhea should be treated the same as those confirmed to have the infection.
Pharmacology
Tinobac Sterile Powder contains Spectinomycin Hydrochloride, an aminocyclitol antibiotic derived from the soil microorganism Streptomyces spectabilis. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, acting at the 30S ribosomal subunit. In vitro studies have shown Spectinomycin Hydrochloride to be active against most strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults (Men and Women): Inject 5 ml intramuscularly to deliver a 2 gm dose. This is also the recommended dose for patients being treated after failure of previous antibiotic therapy. Intramuscular injections should be given deep into the upper outer quadrant of the gluteal muscle. Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness in the pediatric population have not been established.
Side Effects
Reactions reported during single-dose clinical trials included soreness at the injection site, urticaria, dizziness, nausea, chills, fever and insomnia.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Take the usual care with people who have atopic conditions such as asthma, eczema or hay fever. Tinobac Sterile Powder should not be prescribed unless a bacterial infection has been proven or is strongly suspected, or it is being used to prevent infection. Without one of these reasons it is unlikely to help the patient, and it raises the risk that bacteria will become resistant to the drug.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category B. No controlled studies have looked at Spectinomycin use in pregnant women, and since animal studies don't always predict how humans will respond, it should only be used during pregnancy if there's a clear need for it. Whether this drug passes into human breast milk isn't known. As many medicines do pass into breast milk, Spectinomycin should be used with caution in women who are breastfeeding.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Overdose
No information is available on overdosage of Spectinomycin in humans. Hemodialysis has been reported to help remove intravenously given Spectinomycin from the body.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Store Spectinomycin below 30°C, and keep it away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Common questions about Tinobac 2 gm
What is Tinobac 2 gm IM Injection?
Tinobac 2 gm IM Injection is a medicine that contains Spectinomycin. It is made by Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Macrolides group of medicines.
What is Tinobac used for?
Tinobac Sterile Powder is indicated for the treatment of acute gonorrheal urethritis and proctitis in men, and acute gonorrheal cervicitis and proctitis in women. Men and women who have had recent known exposure to gonorrhea should be treated the same as those confirmed to have the infection.
What are the side effects of Tinobac?
Reactions reported during single-dose clinical trials included soreness at the injection site, urticaria, dizziness, nausea, chills, fever and insomnia.
Can I take Tinobac during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy Category B. No controlled studies have looked at Spectinomycin use in pregnant women, and since animal studies don't always predict how humans will respond, it should only be used during pregnancy if there's a clear need for it. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much Tinobac?
No information is available on overdosage of Spectinomycin in humans. Hemodialysis has been reported to help remove intravenously given Spectinomycin from the body. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Tinobac?
Store Spectinomycin below 30°C, and keep it away from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Do I need a prescription for Tinobac?
Tinobac is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.