Tinidazole Coupons & Prices

Looking for a tinidazole coupon? Tinidazole (the generic form of Tindamax) is a low-cost antibiotic and antiprotozoal used for infections like trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, giardiasis, and intestinal amebiasis. Because it is available as an FDA-approved generic, cash prices are already modest, but they can still vary widely from one pharmacy to the next. Rx.com compares prices across more than 60,000 U.S. pharmacies so you can find today's lowest price near you, no insurance required. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price on tinidazole.

What is tinidazole and how does it work?

Tinidazole is a 5-nitroimidazole antimicrobial, the same drug class as metronidazole. It works against certain single-celled parasites (protozoa) and anaerobic bacteria by damaging their DNA once the drug is activated inside the organism. It is FDA-approved to treat trichomoniasis caused by Trichomonas vaginalis (both partners are usually treated), bacterial vaginosis in non-pregnant women, giardiasis caused by Giardia duodenalis in adults and children over 3 years, and intestinal amebiasis and amebic liver abscess caused by Entamoeba histolytica in adults and children over 3 years.

Tinidazole is sold under the brand name Tindamax and is also widely available as a generic tablet. Only take it for an infection your provider has diagnosed, and finish the full course even if you feel better.

Tinidazole cost and savings without insurance

As a generic medication, tinidazole is generally inexpensive to pay for out of pocket, which is good news if you are uninsured or have a high-deductible plan. The catch is that the cash price is not the same everywhere: two pharmacies on the same street can charge noticeably different amounts for the identical tablets. That is why comparing before you fill matters.

Rx.com checks prices across more than 60,000 pharmacies and shows you a free discount coupon you can use at the counter, with no membership or insurance needed. Enter your ZIP above to see today's price on tinidazole at pharmacies near you, then bring the coupon to the pharmacy of your choice. There is no manufacturer copay card for tinidazole; the savings here come from comparing cash prices, not from a brand program.

Tinidazole vs. metronidazole and other alternatives

Tinidazole is closely related to metronidazole (Flagyl) and is often used as an alternative when metronidazole is not tolerated or an infection has come back. Another single-dose option in the same family for bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis is secnidazole. For bacterial vaginosis, providers may instead prescribe clindamycin. Tinidazole can sometimes trigger a vaginal yeast (Candida) overgrowth, which is treated separately with an antifungal such as fluconazole.

Your provider chooses among these based on your infection, your history, and any side effects. All of these are available as generics, so it is worth comparing prices on whichever one you are prescribed. Enter your ZIP above to check current pricing.

Important safety information

Tinidazole carries a boxed warning: while tinidazole itself has not been shown to cause cancer, the closely related drug metronidazole caused tumors in mice and rats, so tinidazole should be used only for approved infections and unnecessary or long-term use should be avoided. Do not drink alcohol during treatment and for 3 days after your last dose, and avoid products containing propylene glycol, because a disulfiram-like reaction (nausea, vomiting, cramps, flushing, and headache) can occur. Do not take tinidazole if you have used disulfiram (Antabuse) within the previous 2 weeks. It should not be used in the first trimester of pregnancy or by anyone allergic to nitroimidazole medicines.

Rare but serious risks include peripheral neuropathy (numbness or tingling), seizures and other nervous-system effects, and severe allergic or skin reactions; stop the drug and seek care if these occur. Use extra caution if you have liver problems or a blood disorder. This is general information, not medical advice, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific situation before starting or stopping tinidazole.