Klion 200 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 0.67 (100's pack: ৳ 67.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Ambee pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Klion 200 mg Tablet
Category
- Antibiotic Medication
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrhoeal
- Antiprotozoal
Indications
- Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria
- Treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, and more
- Treatment of urogenital trichomoniasis
- Bacterial vaginosis
- Treatment of all forms of amoebiasis
- Treatment of giardiasis
- Treatment of acute ulcerative gingivitis
- Treatment of anaerobically infected leg ulcers and pressure sores
- Treatment of acute dental infections due to anaerobic organisms
- Treatment of antibiotic-associated pseudomembranous colitis
Pharmacology
- Member of the imidazole class of antibacterial drug
- Classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal agent
- 5-nitro group interacts with DNA giving bactericidal action
Dosage & Administration
- Multiple dosing options for adults and children for various conditions
- Doses ranging from 50 mg to 2 gm depending on age and type of infection
- Different dosing recommendations for different administration methods (tablet, suspension, vaginal gel, suppository, IV infusion)
Interactions
- Potential interactions with disulfiram, alcohol, oral anticoagulants, lithium, cyclosporin, phenytoin, phenobarbital, 5-fluorouracil, and busulfan
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives
Side Effects
- Potential side effects include metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, and rashes
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Caution advised for use during pregnancy and lactation due to limited studies
Precautions & Warnings
- Regular hematological tests recommended for longer duration usage
- Caution advised for patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Warns about Metronidazole darkening urine
Use in Special Populations
- Dosage reduction and caution advised for hepatic impairment
- No routine dosage adjustment needed for renal impairment
- Consideration advised for patients undergoing haemodialysis
Overdose Effects
- Reported cases with symptoms limited to vomiting, ataxia, and 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 past the expiry date
Commonly Asked Questions
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