Benzol 200 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)

Title

• Benzol 200 mg/5 ml Suspension

Categories

• Antibiotic
• Antiparasitic
• Amoebicide

Description

• An antibiotic medication that prevents the growth of bacteria and parasites
• Used for the treatment and prevention of viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections

DosageForms

• Tablet
• Suspension
• Vaginal Gel
• Suppository
• IV Infusion

DosageInstructions

• Dosage varies for different conditions and age groups
• Includes detailed dosing for trichomoniasis, amoebiasis, giardiasis, gingivitis, bacterial vaginosis, leg ulcers, pressure sores, anaerobic infections, and surgical prophylaxis

Pharmacology

• Member of the imidazole class of antibacterial drug
• Therapeutically classified as an antiprotozoal agent
• Interacts with DNA and exhibits bactericidal action

Indications

• Prevents post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria
• Treats septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, pelvic cellulitis, urogenital trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, amoebiasis, giardiasis, acute ulcerative gingivitis, anaerobically infected leg ulcers, acute dental infections, and antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis

Interaction

• May interact with disulfiram, alcohol, oral anticoagulant therapy, lithium, cyclosporin, phenytoin, phenobarbital, 5-fluorouracil, and busulfan

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives

SideEffects

• Metallic taste
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Drowsiness
• Rashes

PregnancyAndLactation

• FDA Pregnancy Category B
• Should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed
• Excreted in human milk, caution is advised when administered to a nursing woman

PrecautionsAndWarnings

• Hematological tests should be carried out regularly if administered for longer than recommended duration
• Administer with caution to patients with hepatic encephalopathy

UseInSpecialPopulations

• Reduced dosage advised for patients with hepatic impairment
• No routine adjustment required in patients with renal failure undergoing intermittent peritoneal dialysis or continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis

OverdoseEffects

• Reported symptoms include vomiting, ataxia, and slight disorientation
• No specific antidote, symptomatic and supportive treatment recommended

TherapeuticClass

• Amoebicides
• Anti-diarrhoeal
• Antiprotozoal

StorageConditions

• Store below 30°C
• Keep protected from light
• Keep out of the reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date

CommonlyAskedQuestions

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StorageTemperatures

• Below 30°C

MainFunction

• Prevents the growth of bacteria and parasites

SpecialConsiderations

• Compelling reasons may require monitoring of leucocyte count and adverse reactions
• Warns that the medication may darken urine

CommonSideEffects

• Metallic taste
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Drowsiness
• Rashes

Availability

• Available in various dosage forms

MedicationClass

• Antibiotic

SideEffectSeverity

• Mild side effects such as metallic taste and drowsiness

MedicationUse

• Treats and prevents a wide range of infections

RouteOfAdministration

• Oral
• Topical
• Vaginal
• Rectal
• Intravenous

AgeGroups

• Adults
• Children over 10 years
• Children 7-10 years
• Children 3-7 years
• Children 1-3 years

DrugInteractions

• May interact with various medications

Hypersensitivity

• Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Metronidazole

MedicationFormulation

• Available as tablets, suspension, gel, suppository, and IV infusion

SpecialPopulations

• Reduced dosage advised for patients with hepatic impairment
• No routine adjustment required in patients with renal failure

PossibleComplications

• May lead to psychotic reactions if used concurrently with disulfiram
• May potentiate the anticoagulant effect and increase hemorrhagic risk if used with oral anticoagulant therapy

Cautions

• Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman

Metabolism

• Mainly metabolised by hepatic oxidation

HalfLife

• Elimination half-life remains unchanged in the presence of renal failure

Elimination

• Efficiently removed during haemodialysis

AdverseReactions

• Compel the need for regular hematological tests and monitoring for adverse reactions

Incompatibilities

• Should not be mixed with any other drugs prior to administration

PricingInformation

• Pricing information not available

ProductFeatures

• Prevents a wide range of infections
• Available in different dosage forms

AdditionalConsiderations

• No specific antidote for overdose

MedicationVariants

• Available in different formulations and dosages

PackagingInformation

• Comes in packaging suitable for specific dosage forms

SpecialInstructions

• Detailed dosing instructions for various conditions and age groups

PreventiveMeasures

• Store below 30°C
• Keep protected from light
• Keep out of the reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date

SideEffectProfile

• Includes mild side effects such as metallic taste and drowsiness

SafetyConsiderations

• FDA Pregnancy Category B
• Should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed
• Caution is advised when administered to a nursing woman

UsageInstructions

• Detailed dosing for various conditions and age groups

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