Egyl 200 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Metronidazole |
| Company | Euro pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Product Title
- Egyl 200 mg/5 ml Suspension
Therapeutic Class
- Amoebicides
- Anti-diarrhoeal
- Antiprotozoal
Indications
- Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria
- Treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess
- Treatment of urogenital trichomoniasis
- Treatment of 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
- Metronidazole is a member of the imidazole class of antibacterial drug and is classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal agent. The 5-nitro group of Metronidazole is reduced by anaerobes metabolically. Studies have demonstrated that the reduced form of this drug interacts with DNA and gives bactericidal action of Metronidazole.
Dosage & Administration
- Multiple dosage options for trichomoniasis in both adults and children
- Specific dosages for intestinal amoebiasis and extra-intestinal & asymptomatic amoebiasis
- Prescribed doses for giardiasis, acute ulcerative gingivitis, acute dental infections, bacterial vaginosis, leg ulcers and pressure sores, anaerobic infections, and surgical prophylaxis
- Recommended dosage and administration for vaginal gel and suppository use
- IV infusion instructions for adults and children over 12 years, and children under 12 years
Interaction
- Potential interaction with disulfiram, alcohol, oral anticoagulant therapy, lithium, cyclosporin, phenytoin or phenobarbital, 5-Fluorouracil, and busulfan
Contraindications
- Metronidazole is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Metronidazole or other Nitroimidazole derivatives.
Side Effects
- Metallic taste
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Drowsiness
- Rashes
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category of Metronidazole is B. Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman.
Precautions & Warnings
- Regular hematological tests recommended for longer durations of use
- Caution advised for patients with hepatic encephalopathy
- Patients should be warned that Egyl may darken urine
Use in Special Populations
- Egyl metabolism in hepatic impairment
- Impact of renal impairment on Egyl clearance
- Efficient removal of Egyl and its metabolites during haemodialysis
Overdose Effects
- Symptoms limited to vomiting, ataxia, and slight disorientation
- No specific antidote for Egyl overdosages
- Institute symptomatic and supportive treatment for suspected massive overdosages
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Keep protected from light
- Keep medicines out of the reach of children
- Do not use later than the date of expiry
Commonly Asked Questions
- Egyl 200 mg/5 ml Suspension is an antibiotic medication used to prevent the growth of bacterias and parasites
- Uses include treatment and prevention from viral and parasitic infections, bacterial infections, and control of specific infections in liver, skin, joints, brain, and respiratory tract
- Common side effects may include diarrhoea, headache, weakness, painful urination, trouble sleeping, numbness, muscle weakness, and mouth ulcer
- Improvement of health conditions may be observed after 1 or 2 days of Egyl 200 mg/5 ml Suspension use
- Contraindications include conditions such as hives, flushing, nasal congestion, dryness of the mouth, and fever
- Caution advised for use during pregnancy and not recommended unless absolutely necessary
- Taking higher than the recommended dose may lead to increased chances of side effects