SOLOSEC (secnidazole)
SELF ADMINISTRATION
Indications for Prior Authorization:
- Treatment of bacterial vaginosis in adult women
Patients must meet the following criteria for the indication(s) above:
- Diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis
- Member is at least 18 years of age or older
- Member has tried and failed two alternatives (e.g. Metronidazole, Clindamycin, Tinidazole) within the previous 6 months
For Reauthorization:
- At least 14 days should have elapsed since the previous claim for Solosec
Dosing:
- One single 2-gram packet of granules taken once orally, without regard to meals
- Sprinkle entire contents of packet onto applesause, yogurt, or pudding. Consume all the mixture within 30 minutes without chewing or crunching the granules. A glass of water may be taken after the administration to aid in swallowing.
- The granules are not intended to be dissoled in any liquid
Approval:
- Limited to a single dose (1 fill of a 2-gram packet)
Last review date: April 22, 2019