Metrona 200 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 24.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Aztec pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Metrona 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
Categories
- Medicine
- Antibiotic
- Antiprotozoal
- Amoebicide
Dosage Form
- Tablet
- Suspension
- Vaginal Gel
- Suppository
- IV Infusion
Indications
- Prevention of post-operative infections
- Treatment of septicaemia
- Treatment of bacteraemia
- Treatment of trichomoniasis
- Treatment of bacterial vaginosis
- Treatment of amoebiasis
- Treatment of giardiasis
- Treatment of ulcerative gingivitis
- Treatment of anaerobically infected leg ulcers
- Treatment of acute dental infections
- Treatment of antibiotic associated pseudomembranous colitis
Pharmacology
- Member of the imidazole class of antibacterial drug
- Classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal agent
- 5-nitro group is reduced by anaerobes metabolically
- Interacts with DNA and gives bactericidal action
Interaction
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Oral anticoagulant therapy
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives
Side Effects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Caution in use during pregnancy
- Excreted in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Regular hematological tests recommended for longer duration use
- Caution in hepatic encephalopathy
- May darken urine
Use in Special Populations
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Overdose Effects
- Vomiting
- Ataxia
- Slight disorientation
Therapeutic Class
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrhoeal Antiprotozoal
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep protected from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Do not use later than the date of expiry
Commonly Asked Questions
- Uses of Metrona 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
- Side effects of Metrona 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
Instructions
- Dosage & Administration information
- Storage considerations
- Commonly asked questions and quick tips
Technical Specifications
- 500 mg Metronidazole intravenous infusion
- 37.5 mg Metronidazole in one applicator full of gel
Prevention of Infections
- Surgical prophylaxis for adults and children over 10 years
- Antibiotic-associated pseudomembrane colitis
Treatment of Infections
- Septicaemia
- Bacteraemia
- Trichomoniasis
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Amoebiasis
- Giardiasis
- Acute ulcerative gingivitis
- Anaerobically infected leg ulcers
- Acute dental infections
Hematological Monitoring
- Regular leucocyte count
- Monitoring for peripheral or central neuropathy
Dosage Guidelines
- Specific dosage for different types of trichomoniasis
- Dosage for intestinal amoebiasis in adults and children
- Dosage for extra-intestinal & asymptomatic amoebiasis
- Dosage for giardiasis in adults and children
- Dosage for acute ulcerative gingivitis in adults and children
Interaction with other Drugs
- Disulfiram
- Alcohol
- Oral anticoagulant therapy
- Lithium
- Cyclosporin
- Phenytoin or phenobarbital
- 5-Fluorouracil
- Busulfan
Monitoring Parameters
- Regular hematological tests
- Leucocyte count
- Neuropathy symptoms
Use During Pregnancy
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Caution in use
- Excretion in human milk
Administration Methods
- Intravenous infusion
- Intravaginal application
- Oral administration
- For children and adults
Overdose Treatment
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment
- No specific antidote available
Understanding of Special Populations
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
- Effect on metabolism
- Effect on drug clearance
Variants
- Tablet form
- Suspension form
- Suppository form
- Vaginal gel form
- IV infusion
Possible Side Effects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
- Headache
- Weakness
- Painful urination
- Trouble sleeping
- Numbness
- Muscle weakness
- Mouth ulcer
Cautionary Instructions
- Compelling reasons for longer administration
- Caution in hepatic encephalopathy
- Darkening of urine
- Caution in hepatic and renal impairment
Advisory for Storage
- Temperature and light considerations
- Protection from children
- Expiry date adherence
Application Area
- Treatment of various infections
- Prevention of post-operative infections
- Surgical prophylaxis
- Antibiotic therapy
Miscellaneous Information
- Hematological tests recommendation
- Use during pregnancy and lactation
- Special population dosage considerations
Usability Features
- Variants for different age groups
- Ease of administration in various forms
- Dosage variation for specific conditions
Technical Specialization
- Specific intravenous infusion guidelines
- Exact quantity of suspension and gel application
Use Instructions
- Dosage guidelines
- Storage conditions
- Common queries and quick tips
Infection Treatment Categories
- Antibiotic therapy
- Antiprotozoal therapy
- Surgical prophylaxis
Interaction Guidelines
- Disulfiram interaction
- Alcohol interaction
- Lithium interaction
- Cyclosporin interaction
Specific Storage Requirements
- Temperature control
- Light protection
- Child safety
FAQs Regarding Metrona
- Uses
- Side effects
- Safety in pregnancy
- Overdose effects
Quick Tips
- Usage guidelines
- Side effect awareness
Body Interaction
- Metabolic reduction by anaerobes
- DNA interaction for bactericidal action
Physical Form Details
- Tablet form
- Suspension form
- Vaginal gel form
- Suppository form
- IV infusion form
Safety Measures
- Caution in hepatic impairment
- Caution in renal impairment
- Monitoring parameters for prolonged use