Anzole 400 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 1.15 (100's pack: ৳ 115.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Monicopharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Brand
- Anzole 400 mg Tablet
Therapeutic Class
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrhoeal
- Antiprotozoal
Indications
- Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria
- Treatment of septicaemia
- Bacteraemia
- Peritonitis
- Brain abscess
- Pelvic abscess
- Pelvic cellulitis
- Post-operative wound infections
- Urogenital trichomoniasis
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Amoebiasis
- Giardiasis
- Acute ulcerative gingivitis
- Anaerobically infected leg ulcers
- Pressure sores
- Acute dental infections
- Antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis
Pharmacology
- Member of the imidazole class of antibacterial drug
- Classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal agent
- Interacts with DNA and gives bactericidal action
Dosage & Administration
- Different dosages for trichomoniasis, intestinal amoebiasis, extra-intestinal & asymptomatic amoebiasis, giardiasis, acute ulcerative gingivitis, bacterial vaginosis, leg ulcers and pressure sores, anaerobic infections, surgical prophylaxis
- Vaginal gel and suppository administration
- IV infusion guidelines
Interaction
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Contraindications
- History of hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives
Side Effects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution in nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Hematological tests recommendation for longer administration
- Caution in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Darkening of urine warning
- Use in special populations like hepatic impairment and renal impairment
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms of single oral doses of Anzole
- No specific antidote
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment recommendation
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protected from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Do not use after expiry date
Commonly Asked Questions
- Uses of Anzole
- Side effects of Anzole
- Improvement timeline
- Contraindications
- Safety during pregnancy
- Recommended dose advice
Mode of Action
- Anaerobes metabolically reduce the 5-nitro group of Metronidazole
- Interacts with DNA to provide bactericidal action
Dosage Forms
- Tablet
- Suspension
- Vaginal Gel
- Suppository
- IV Infusion
Medical Precautions
- Hematological tests for longer administration
- Special caution in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
Drug Interactions
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Special Population Usage
- Hepatic impairment considerations
- Renal impairment considerations
Overdose
- Symptoms
- Supportive treatment
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
- FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution in nursing women
Contraindications & Precautions
- Hypersensitivity history
- Caution in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Darkening of urine warning
Common Questions
- Uses
- Side effects
- Improvement timeline
- Contraindications
- Pregnancy safety
- Recommended dose advice
Mode of Action and Pharmacology
- Interactions with DNA for bactericidal action
- Therapeutic classification
Dosage Administration
- Guidelines for various diseases
- Different dosages for different age groups
Interactions
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Contraindications and Warnings
- Hypersensitivity history
- Caution in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Darkening of urine warning
Frequently Asked Questions
- Uses
- Side effects
- Improvement timeline
- Contraindications
- Safety during pregnancy
- Recommended dose advice
Mode of Action and Pharmacological Class
- Interaction with DNA for bactericidal action
- Antibacterial and antiprotozoal agent
Medication Forms
- Tablet
- Suspension
- Vaginal Gel
- Suppository
- IV Infusion
Storage
- Store below 30°C
- Protected from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Do not use after expiry
Special Population Considerations
- Hepatic impairment precautions
- Renal impairment precautions
Overdose Symptoms
- Vomiting
- Ataxia
- Disorientation
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- FDA Category B
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution for nursing women
Safety Precautions
- Hematological tests for longer administration
- Caution in hepatic encephalopathy patients
FAQs
- Uses
- Side effects
- Improvement timeline
- Contraindications
- Pregnancy safety
- Recommended dose advice
Medication Mode of Action
- DNA interaction for bactericidal action
- Classified as an antiprotozoal agent
Drug Administration
- Guidelines for various conditions
- Different dosages for different age groups
Medication Interactions
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Safety Information
- Hypersensitivity history
- Caution in hepatic encephalopathy patients
- Darkening of urine warning
Frequently Asked Queries
- Uses
- Side effects
- Improvement timeline
- Contraindications
- Pregnancy safety
- Recommended dose advice
Pregnancy & Nursing
- FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Human milk excretion
- Caution for nursing women
Product Category
- Antibiotic medication
- Antibacterial agent
- Antiprotozoal medication
Common Queries
- Uses of Anzole
- Side effects
- Improvement timeline
- Contraindications
- Recommendations for pregnant women
- Recommended dose advice
Dosage Forms & Administration
- Different dosages for various conditions
- Guidelines for different age groups
Drug Interactions & Warnings
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Pregnancy & Lactation Advice
- FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Caution for nursing women
Prohibited Usage
- History of hypersensitivity
Possible Side Effects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
Directions for Use
- Different dosages for various conditions
- Guidelines for different age groups
Potentially Harmful Interactions
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Not Recommended for
- Hypersensitivity history
Potential Adverse Reactions
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
Usage Guidelines
- Different dosages for specific conditions
- Guidelines for different age groups