Metropill 200 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 22.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Medimet pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Medicine
- Antibiotic
- Antiparasitic
- Amoebicide
DosageFormsAndStrengths
- Tablet
- Suspension
- Vaginal Gel
- Suppository
- IV Infusion
Indications
- Prevention of post-operative infections
- Treatment of septicaemia
- Bacteremia
- Peritonitis
- Brain abscess
- Pelvic abscess
- Pelvic cellulitis
- Urogenital trichomoniasis
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Amoebiasis
- Giardiasis
- Acute ulcerative gingivitis
- Anaerobically infected leg ulcers
- Pressure sores
- Acute dental infections
- Antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis
Pharmacology
- Imidazole class of antibacterial drug
- Antiprotozoal agent
- Reduced form interacts with DNA
- Bactericidal action
ModeOfAction
- Reduction by anaerobes metabolically
- Interaction with DNA
- Bactericidal action
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole
- History of hypersensitivity to Nitroimidazole derivatives
SideEffects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
PregnancyAndLactation
- FDA Pregnancy Category: B
- Excreted in human milk
DosageAdministration
- Various dosages for different indications and age groups
Interaction
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Oral anticoagulant therapy (warfarin type)
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
StorageConditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep protected from light
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not use after expiry date
PrecautionsWarnings
- Regular hematological tests
- Monitoring for adverse reactions
- Caution with hepatic encephalopathy
- Darkening of urine
SpecialPopulations
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
- Metabolized by hepatic oxidation
- No reduction needed in renal failure
- Efficient removal during hemodialysis
OverdoseEffects
- Vomiting
- Ataxia
- Slight disorientation
- No specific antidote
TherapeuticClass
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrhoeal
- Antiprotozoal
CommonlyAskedQuestions
- What is Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- What are the uses of Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- What are the side effects of Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- How long do I need to use Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension before I see improvement of my conditions?
- What are the contraindications to Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension?
- Is Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension safe to use when pregnant?
- Will Metropill 200 mg/5 ml Suspension be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?
CommonlyAskedQuestionsQuickTips
- Treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites
- May cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth
- Used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage
- Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease
DrugClasses
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrhoeal
- Antiprotozoal