Metryl 200 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Metryl 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
Category
- Medicine
- Antibiotic
- Antiprotozoal
- Amoebicide
- Anti-diarrheal
DosageForm
- Tablet
- Suspension
- Vaginal Gel
- Suppository
- IV Infusion
Pharmacology
- Belongs to the imidazole class of antibacterial drugs
- Classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal agent
- Interacts with DNA and exhibits bactericidal action
Indications
- Treatment and prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria
- Treatment of urogenital trichomoniasis
- Management of bacterial vaginosis
- Amoebiasis (intestinal, extra-intestinal, and symptomless cyst passers)
- Management of giardiasis
- Management of acute ulcerative gingivitis
- Treatment of anaerobically infected leg ulcers and pressure sores
Interaction
- Disulfiram may cause psychotic reactions when used concurrently
- Alcohol consumption should be avoided during therapy
- Potential interaction with oral anticoagulant therapy
- Potential interaction with lithium, cyclosporine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, 5-fluorouracil, busulfan
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives
SideEffects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
PregnancyAndLactation
- Pregnancy Category B (US FDA)
- Caution advised during nursing
PrecautionsAndWarnings
- Regular hematological tests recommended for prolonged use
- Use with caution in patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Patients should be warned about darkening of urine
SpecialPopulations
- Caution advised in hepatic impairment
- Efficient removal in patients undergoing haemodialysis
OverdoseEffects
- Reported overdose symptoms include vomiting, ataxia, and slight disorientation
- No specific antidote available
TherapeuticClass
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrheal
- Antiprotozoal
StorageConditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep protected from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Do not use after expiry date
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