Amotrex DS 800 mg (Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Metronidazole
Company Aci limited
Also available as
Amotrex 200 mg tablet Amotrex 400 mg tablet Amotrex 200 mg suspension Amotrex 500 mg injection

Title

Amotrex DS 800 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Antibiotic
  • Antiprotozoal
  • Amoebicide
  • Anti-diarrhoeal

Description

Amotrex DS 800 mg Tablet is an antibiotic medication used for the treatment and prevention of viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections. It is also used for conditions such as cold, flu, vaginal infections, and other bacterial infections affecting various body parts.

Dimensions

N/A

Color options

  • N/A

Functions

  • Prevents growth of bacteria and parasites
  • Treats and prevents viral and parasitic infections
  • Controls bacterial infections such as cold, cough, and flu

Materials

  • Metronidazole

Technical specifications

  • Strength: 800 mg
  • Dosage Form:
    • Tablet
    • Suspension
    • Vaginal Gel
    • Suppository
    • IV Infusion
  • Dosage Range: 50 mg to 2 gm depending on age and condition

Design elements

  • Oral administration
  • Intravaginal administration
  • Intravenous infusion

Usability features

  • Treats and prevents various types of infections
  • Provides relief from gastrointestinal symptoms
  • May cause metallic taste, nausea, and drowsiness during treatment

Pharmacological actions

  • Classified as an antiprotozoal agent
  • Interacts with DNA to exhibit bactericidal action

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or Nitroimidazole derivatives

Indications

  • Treatment of post-operative infections
  • Septicaemia
  • Peritonitis
  • Trichomoniasis
  • Bacterial vaginosis
  • Amoebiasis
  • Giardiasis
  • Acute ulcerative gingivitis
  • Dental infections
  • Leg ulcers and pressure sores

Interaction

  • Disulfiram
  • Alcohol
  • Lithium
  • Cyclosporin
  • Phenytoin or phenobarbital
  • 5-Fluorouracil
  • Busulfan

Side effects

  • Metallic taste
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Drowsiness
  • Rashes

Pregnancy lactation

  • Pregnancy Category: B
  • Use in Pregnancy: Only if clearly needed
  • Use in Lactation: Caution advised

Precautions warnings

  • Regular hematological tests recommended for prolonged use
  • Caution in hepatic encephalopathy patients
  • May darken urine

Special populations

  • Hepatic Impairment:
    • Reduced daily dosage required
    • Caution advised
  • Renal Impairment:
    • No dosage reduction needed
    • Efficient removal during haemodialysis

Overdose effects

  • Vomiting
  • Ataxia
  • Slight disorientation
  • Supportive treatment for massive overdosages

Therapeutic class

  • Amoebicides
  • Anti-diarrhoeal
  • Antiprotozoal

Storage conditions

Store below 30°C, protected from light, and out of reach of children

Commonly asked questions

  • What is Amotrex DS 800 mg Tablet?: An antibiotic medication for preventing growth of bacterias and parasites
  • What are the uses?: Treatment and prevention of viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections
  • Side effects: Diarrhoea, headache, weakness, painful urination, numbness, and muscle weakness
  • Time to see improvement: 1-2 days
  • Contraindications: Patients with hives, flushing, dryness of the mouth, fever, etc.
  • Pregnancy safety: Not recommended unless absolutely necessary
  • Higher than recommended dose: Increased chances of side effects

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