Abstract
Of the group of 5-nitroimidazoles, secnidazole is an antifungal and antiprotozoal agent that treats several intestinal and systemic parasitoses besides being effective in the treatment of bacterial vaginosis and trichomoniasis. In Brazil, secnidazole is in the form of a tablet, powder for oral suspension and in vaginal cream when in combination with other drugs. The sales of secnidazole a…