Couple Kit Tablet

Couple Kit is a combination medicine used for the treatment of mixed vaginal infections caused mainly due to bacteria, vaginal or parasitic organisms. It is also used for the management of genital infection and also a pelvic inflammatory disease. Couple Kit contains three active ingredients- fluconazole, secnidazole and azithromycin that belongs to an anti-fungal, anti-protozoal and anti-bacterial class of medicines.

This medicine works by inhibiting the growth and killing the susceptible infection-causing organism. It should be taken as directed by the doctor, at the prescribed dose and duration. You should always complete the entire course of the treatment with antimicrobial medicine as advised by your treating doctor.

Incomplete treatment can result in an increased risk of re-infection and treatment failure.

Dosage

Overdose

Seek medical attention in case you have consumed too much of Couple Kit and experience any unusual symptoms. Always carry the package of the along with you for easy assessment of the severity of an overdose.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Couple Kit , take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Azithromycin works by stopping the growth of the bacterial cell wall, which eventually leads to the death of the bacteria.
• Fluconazole blocks the formation of the cell membrane of the fungus by inhibiting an enzyme. Thus, resulting in fungal cell death.
• Secnidazole is also an antibiotic medicine that interferes with DNA synthesis of the infection causing organism and leads to the death of the susceptible organism.

Directions for Use

• Couple Kit should be taken as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Couple Kit during pregnancy?

Couple Kit is not recommended to be used during pregnancy. If pregnancy is detected during the treatment, immediately contact your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Couple Kit while breastfeeding?

It is not recommended to use this medicine if you are nursing mother.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Couple Kit ?

If you experience dizziness after taking Couple Kit , you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or not alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Couple Kit ?

It is advised to avoid alcoholic beverages during the treatment with Couple Kit .

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have an underlying medical condition like liver or kidney problem, heart-related disorder like irregular heart rhythm. Caution is advised in such conditions.
• You experience diarrhoea.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to fluconazole, secnidazole and azithromycin or any other ingredient of this medicine.
• If you are taking medicines like terfenadine (anti-allergic) or cisapride (acid reflux).
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Couple Kit should not be used in children.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Stomach ache
• Altered taste
• Headache
• Dizziness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Couple Kit works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time. Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines like antacids, heart medicines like digoxin, immunosuppressants like ciclosporin, anti-epileptic medicines like phenytoin, anti-tuberculosis medicine like rifampicin, anti-diabetic medicines, anti-reflux medicines like cisapride, anti-allergic medicines like terfenadine etc.
• This medicine can potentiate the effect of anticoagulants if taken along. Caution is advised.

Storage and disposal

• Store Couple Kit in a cool and dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is vaginal candidiasis?

Vaginal candidiasis is a fungal infection of the vagina. It is also known as a vaginal yeast infection. The symptoms may include itching or soreness in the vaginal area, painful urination, abnormal vaginal discharge etc.

Can I take Couple Kit everyday?

Your doctor will decide the duration and frequency of Couple Kit after accessing your condition. Do not take this medicine on your own or for a longer duration than prescribed.

Is it a habit-forming medicine?

No, it is not a habit-forming medicine.

Can I stop taking Couple Kit on my own if I feel better?

No, you have to complete the full course of treatment, otherwise it may lead to treatment failure. You may start feeling better after starting the treatment with this medicine, however, to ensure complete and effective treatment, never miss a dose of this medicine.

Can I give Couple Kit to my friend experiencing the same symptoms as me?

No, do not recommend the medicine to anyone else though they are experiencing similar symptoms. You can ask them to visit a doctor, who will decide the dose and duration after assessing the severity of infection and condition.