Biozyl 400 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 1.70 (10 x 10: ৳ 170.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 17.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Biopharma limited |
| Also available as |
Title
- Biozyl 400 mg Tablet
Categories
- Antibiotic
- Antiprotozoal
- Amoebicide
- Antidiarrheal
Description
- An antibacterial drug belonging to the imidazole class
- Therapeutically classified as an antiprotozoal agent
- Used for treating and preventing a wide range of infections
DosageForm
- Tablets
- Suspension
- Vaginal Gel
- Suppository
- IV Infusion
DosageInstructions
- Varied dosages for different age groups and conditions
- Oral and intravaginal administration
Pharmacology
- Metronidazole interacts with DNA, providing bactericidal action
Indications
- Prevents and treats post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria
- Treats septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, pelvic abscess, and more caused by anaerobes
- Used for urogenital trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, amoebiasis, giardiasis, acute ulcerative gingivitis, and anaerobically infected leg ulcers
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives
SideEffects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
PregnancyAndLactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Excretion in human milk
- Caution advised during administration to nursing woman
Precautions
- Regular hematological tests recommended for longer durations of use
- Caution advised in hepatic encephalopathy patients
SpecialPopulations
- Caution advised in hepatic impairment
- No dosage reduction needed in renal impairment
- Administered with caution in patients undergoing haemodialysis
Interaction
- Disulfiram: May cause psychotic reactions when used concurrently
- Alcohol: Should be avoided during therapy
- Potential interactions with anticoagulants, lithium, cyclosporin, phenytoin, phenobarbital, 5-Fluorouracil, and busulfan
StorageConditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protected from light
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not use after expiry date
DrugClasses
- Amoebicides
- Antidiarrhoeal
- Antiprotozoal
OverdoseEffects
- Reported symptoms include vomiting, ataxia, and slight disorientation
- No specific antidote available
CommonlyAskedQuestions
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DrugCompany
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ProductPackaging
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ColorOptions
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Expires
- Details about the expiration date and recommended usage before expiry
UsabilityFeatures
- Useful for preventing and treating a wide range of infections
TechnicalSpecifications
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