Seckaa 500mg Tablet 4.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: December 15th, 2025

Seckaa 500mg Tablet is a product of Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Secnidazole (500mg)

Pack of 4 tablet

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All Details About Seckaa 500mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Seckaa 500mg Tablet

Description:

Seckaa 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It is used to treat infections of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, and skin.

Seckaa 500mg Tablet is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers, and pressure sores. You can take this medicine with or without food. The amount you are advised will depend on what you are being treated for and how bad it is, but you should take this antibiotic exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Your symptoms may improve quickly, but continue taking the medicine for the full course, even if you feel fine. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink any alcohol while taking this medicine and for some days after stopping it, as that may cause some side effects.

The most common side effects of this medicine include gastrointestinal disturbances, nausea, abdominal pain, dry mouth, a metallic taste, glossitis, and stomatitis. These side effects are usually mild, but inform your doctor if they persist or cause discomfort. Sucking on sugar-free candies or lozenges may help relieve dry mouth and the metallic taste.

Earlier using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have any kidney or liver problems, or any disease of the nervous system. Your doctor may change the dose or prescribe a different medicine. This medicine should not be taken if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless it is necessary and prescribed by your doctor.

Uses:

Bacterial & parasitic infections

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Seckaa 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Seckaa

Nausea
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Abdominal pain
Metallic taste
Glossitis (tongue inflammation)
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Seckaa 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Seckaa 500mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Seckaa 500mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Seckaa 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Seckaa 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Seckaa 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Seckaa 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Is Seckaa 500mg Tablet effective?

Seckaa 500mg Tablet works best when taken at the prescribed dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Seckaa 500mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Seckaa 500mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Seckaa 500mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one, as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Why is it harmful to drink alcohol while using Seckaa 500mg Tablet?

Alcohol should be avoided while taking Seckaa 500mg Tablet. Moreover, you should avoid alcohol for at least 2 days after finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (disulfiram reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing, or redness of the face.

Is Seckaa 500mg Tablet safe?

Seckaa 500mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's advice closely and inform them if you experience any bothersome side effects.

Can I stop taking Seckaa 500mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Seckaa 500mg Tablet. Total the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Hence, if you stop taking the medicine before completing the course, your infection may come back. Consult your doctor before you stop taking Seckaa 500mg Tablet and follow their advice.

What are the side effects of Seckaa 500mg Tablet?

Seckaa 500mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as headaches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and vaginal yeast infection or itching. These side effects are usually not bothersome. But if you are concerned or if any of these persist for a long duration, consult your doctor.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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