About Solosec® (secnidazole)
A full course of treatment for bacterial vaginosis (BV) with just one oral dose1
Taken at any time of the day1
No messy creams/gels or multiple days of pills2-6
*Combination ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone
- Laboratory studies show Solosec does not inhibit the enzyme that processes alcohol in your body1
Taken without regard to meals1
Plus, Solosec can be affordable too. Commercially insured patients may pay as little as $25 for treatment with a co-pay savings card*
*Per fill. Not valid for any person eligible for reimbursement of prescriptions, in whole or in part, by any state- or federally funded program, including Medicare, Medigap, or Medicaid, or where prohibited, taxed or otherwise restricted by law. Cash-pay patients may pay as little as $75. Eligibility requirements and terms and conditions apply. See back of card for full details.
Plus, Solosec can be affordable too. Commercially insured patients may pay as little as $25 for treatment with a co-pay savings card*
*Per fill. Not valid for any person eligible for reimbursement of prescriptions, in whole or in part, by any state- or federally funded program, including Medicare, Medigap, or Medicaid, or where prohibited, taxed or otherwise restricted by law. Cash-pay patients may pay as little as $75. Eligibility requirements and terms and conditions apply. See back of card for full details.
How do I take Solosec?
You've probably taken medications by mouth in the past, but they may have been pills, tablets, or capsules. You should know that Solosec is different.1 Here's how to take your Solosec dose:
Open the packet and sprinkle the entire contents of the packet onto applesauce, yogurt, or pudding1
Stir and mix1
Consume all of the mixture immediately (within max. 30 minutes). DO NOT CHEW OR CRUNCH THE GRANULES1
Open the packet and sprinkle the entire contents of the packet onto applesauce, yogurt, or pudding1
Stir and mix1
Consume all of the mixture immediately (within max. 30 minutes). DO NOT CHEW OR CRUNCH THE GRANULES1
Note: You can drink a glass of water after taking Solosec to help with swallowing, if needed. Do not try to dissolve the medicine in water or any other liquid.1
*Individual results may vary
Women responded to a recent survey about treatment with Solosec for BV*:
- Were satisfied, very satisfied, or extremely satisfied with the result of their Solosec treatment8*
- Would recommend to a friend with BV that they speak to their doctor about Solosec8*
- Found it easy to take their Solosec dose8*
- Would request Solosec again if diagnosed with BV in the future8*
What are the treatment options for BV?
The FDA has approved several medications specifically meant to treat BV:*
This chart does not represent the complete list of attributes that your doctor would need to make a decision about your treatment. For listed products' comprehensive risk and safety information, please refer to their FDA-approved prescribing information.
† In vitro drug alcohol studies showed Solosec does not interact with aldehyde dehydrogenase1
‡ Solosec was tested not to interfere with the combination oral contraceptive ethinyl estradiol plus norethindrone.1 Information about other products' interactions with this contraceptive is not available in these products' package inserts.
Intravaginal products warn patients not to engage in intercourse during treatment.4-6 In the case of oil-based creams like Clindesse®, the medicine can damage latex contraceptives.4 Oral medications for BV, including Solosec, do not have these same restrictions on sexual intercourse.1-3
What makes Solosec different?
The active ingredient in Solosec belongs to a group of medicines that includes metronidazole and tinidazole.9 This group of medicines is known to work in a way that kills bad bacteria in the vagina without destroying the good bacteria.9
Solosec has a slightly different chemical structure, which gives it characteristics that other antibiotics in its group do not share.9 Because of its potency, a small amount of medication can kill the bacteria that cause BV. That's why it's able to deliver a full course of treatment in just one oral dose.1,9
Solosec is taken mixed with your choice of yogurt, pudding, or applesauce.1 With Solosec, you can treat BV while you enjoy a snack, avoiding the use of gels/creams that you insert in your vagina or multiple days of pills.1,2-6
Unlike some BV medications, Solosec has no restrictions on drinking alcohol.1-3,5,6 Laboratory studies show Solosec does not interact with the enzyme that metabolizes alcohol in your body.1
If you're sexually active, Solosec may be a better fit with your usual method of birth control. Solosec was tested not to interfere with a common birth control pill and has no warnings or restrictions related to sexual intercourse or condom use during treatment.1*
* Combination oral contraceptive ethinyl estradiol plus norethindrone1
References: 1. SOLOSEC [prescribing information]. Baltimore, MD: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 2017. 2. Flagyl Extended Release [prescribing information]. Chicago, IL: G.D. Searle LLC; 2018. 3. Tinidazole Tablets [prescribing information]. Buffalo Grove, IL: G.D. PACK Pharmaceuticals, LLC; 2013. 4. Clindesse [prescribing information]. Allegan, MI: Perrigo Company, LLC; 2014 5. Metrogel [prescribing information]. Sellersville, PA: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA; 2005. 6. Nuvessa [prescribing information]. Madrid, Spain: Chemo Research SL; 2017. 7. Bilardi JE, Walker S, Temple-Smith M, et al. The burden of bacterial vaginosis: women's experience of the physical, emotional, sexual and social impact of living with recurrent bacterial vaginosis. PLoS One. 2013 Sep 11;8(9):e74378. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0074378. 8. Data on file. Experience Program: Post Treatment Patient Survey data (May 2019-Sep 2019). Prepared September 2019. (LPSO-23506). 9. Nyirjesy P and Schwebke JR. Secnidazole: next-generation antimicrobial agent for bacterial vaginosis treatment. Future Micrbiol. 2018;13(5):1-18. doi.org/10.2217/fmb-2017-0270.
