Metrizol 400 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Cosmo pharma laboratories ltd |
Title
- Metrizol 400 mg Tablet
Categories
- Antibiotic
- Antiprotozoal
- Amoebicide
- Anti-diarrheal
Description
- Used to treat and prevent bacterial and parasitic infections
- May cause side effects such as metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness
Indications
- Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria
- Treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, and more
- Urogenital trichomoniasis
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Amoebiasis
- Giardiasis
- Acute ulcerative gingivitis
- Anaerobically infected leg ulcers
- Dental infections due to anaerobic organisms
Pharmacology
- Belongs to the imidazole class of antibacterial drugs
- Antiprotozoal agent
- Interacts with DNA and provides bactericidal action
DosageAdministration
- Tablet and Suspension dosage for various conditions and age groups
- Vaginal Gel application instructions
- Suppository dosage for anaerobic infections and surgical prophylaxis
- IV Infusion dosage for adults and children over 12 years
Interaction
- Interactions with disulfiram, alcohol, oral anticoagulant therapy, lithium, cyclosporin, phenytoin or phenobarbital, 5-fluorouracil, and busulfan
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives
SideEffects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
PregnancyLactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Use during pregnancy only if clearly needed
- Excreted in human milk
- Caution during breastfeeding
PrecautionsWarnings
- Regular hematological tests for longer duration administration
- Caution in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Potential urine darkening effect
UseSpecialPopulations
- Hepatic impairment caution and dosage adjustment
- No dose reduction needed in renal impairment
- Peritoneal dialysis considerations
OverdoseEffects
- Reported symptoms limited to vomiting, ataxia, slight disorientation
- No specific antidote
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment for suspected massive overdoses
TherapeuticClass
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrheal
- Antiprotozoal
StorageConditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep protected from light
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not use beyond expiry date
CommonQuestions
- What is Metrizol 400 mg Tablet?
- Uses of Metrizol 400 mg Tablet
- Side effects of Metrizol 400 mg Tablet
- Duration before improvement
- Contraindications
- Safety during pregnancy
- Recommended dose tips
CommonQuestionsAnswers
- Metrizol 400 mg Tablet is an antibiotic medication
- Used for various infections and to control liver, skin, brain, and respiratory tract infections
- Diarrhoea, headache, weakness, trouble sleeping, numbness, muscle weakness, and mouth ulcers
- Improvement in 1-2 days
- Contraindicated in certain conditions
- Not recommended unless absolutely necessary
- No, higher doses may lead to increased side effects
QuickTips
- Treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites
- May cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and metallic taste
- High dose or prolonged use increases risk of nerve damage
- Avoid alcohol during or after treatment
- Inform doctor if you have liver disease