Metrocon 400 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 2.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 200.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 20.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Concord pharmaceuticals ltd |
Title
- Metrocon 400 mg Tablet
Categories
- Antibiotic
- Antiprotozoal
- Amoebicide
Description
- Metrocon is indicated for the prevention of post-operative infections
- It is also used in the treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, and more
- The pharmacology of Metronidazole involves interaction with DNA to provide bactericidal action
- Dosage and administration varies for different diseases and age groups
- Interactions with drugs like disulfiram and alcohol can cause adverse reactions
- Contraindications include hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or Nitroimidazole derivatives
- Side effects may include metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness
- Pregnancy category is B with caution advised during breastfeeding
- Precautions are necessary for long-term usage and in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Metronidazole should be used with caution in patients with hepatic or renal impairment
- Storage conditions recommend keeping the product below 30°C and protected from light
- There are common questions related to the uses, side effects, contraindications, and safety of Metrocon 400 mg Tablet
DosageAndAdministration
- Different dosages for various diseases and age groups
- Tablet, suspension, vaginal gel, suppository, and IV infusion forms available
Indications
- Prevention of post-operative infections
- Treatment of septicaemia, peritonitis, brain abscess
- Urogenital trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, amoebiasis, giardiasis
- Acute ulcerative gingivitis, anaerobically infected leg ulcers, pressure sores
- Treatment of acute dental infections and antibiotic-associated pseudomembranus colitis
ModeOfAction
- Metronidazole is a member of the imidazole class of antibacterial drugs
- The 5-nitro group is reduced by anaerobes metabolically
- The reduced form interacts with DNA to provide bactericidal action
Interactions
- Disulfiram, alcohol, oral anticoagulants, lithium, cyclosporin, phenytoin, phenobarbital, 5-Fluorouracil, busulfan
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives
SideEffects
- Metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, rashes
PregnancyAndLactation
- Category B for pregnancy, caution during breastfeeding
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Regular hematological tests recommended for longer duration usage
- Caution advised in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Patients warned about urine discoloration
UseInSpecialPopulations
- Caution in hepatic impairment, reduction in dosage and administration frequency
OverdoseEffects
- Reported symptoms include vomiting, ataxia, and slight disorientation
- No specific antidote for overdosages, symptomatic and supportive treatment recommended
TherapeuticClass
- Amoebicides, Anti-diarrhoeal, Antiprotozoal
StorageConditions
- Below 30°C, protected from light, out of reach of children
CommonlyAskedQuestions
- Includes information on uses, side effects, contraindications, and safety