METRONIDAZOLE 250 MG TABLET
USES: Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infecti...
USES: Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori).
Indications : skin and skin structure Peptostreptococcus infection, acute intestinal amebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica, prevention of perioperative infection, liver abscess amebiasis due to Entamoeba histolytica, balantidiasis, giardiasis, Clostridioides difficile infection, Bacteroides septicemia, Clostridium septicemia, Bacteroides osteomyelitis, B. fragilis infection, Bacteroides brain abscess, skin and skin structure Clostridium infection, dracunculiasis, trichomoniasis, infection, meningitis due to Bacteroides, Bacteroides joint infection, diabetic foot infection, Bacteroides endocarditis, Bacteroides pneumonia, Bacteroides empyema, lower respiratory infection, periodontal infection, duodenal ulcer due to H. pylori, peptic ulcer due to H. pylori, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis of gastrointestinal tract, Bacteroides peritonitis, Clostridium peritonitis, Peptococcus peritonitis, Peptostreptococcus peritonitis, Eubacterium peritonitis, intra-abdominal Bacteroides abscess, intra-abdominal Clostridium abscess, intra-abdominal Eubacterium abscess, intra-abdominal Peptococcus abscess, intra-abdominal Peptostreptococcus abscess, intra-abdominal anaerobic abscess, infectious disease of abdomen, Bacteroides liver abscess, Clostridium liver abscess, Eubacterium liver abscess, Peptococcus liver abscess, Peptostreptococcus liver abscess, Helicobacter pylori gastritis, Bacteroides tubo-ovarian abscess, Clostridium tubo-ovarian abscess, Peptococcus tubo-ovarian abscess, Peptostreptococcus tubo-ovarian abscess, inflammatory disease of female pelvic organs, skin and skin structure Fusobacterium infection, endometritis, Clostridium endometritis, Peptococcus endometritis, Peptostreptococcus endometritis, Bacteroides endometritis, Bacteroides endomyometritis, Clostridium endomyometritis, Peptococcus endomyometritis, Peptostreptococcus endomyometritis, bacterial vaginosis, vaginal cuff surgery post-op infection, vaginal cuff surgery post-op Bacteroides infection, vaginal cuff surgery post-op Clostridium infection, vaginal cuff surgery post-op Peptococcus infection, post-operative vaginal cuff Peptostreptococcus infection, skin and skin structure Peptococcus infection, skin and skin structure Bacteroides fragilis infection
SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, headache, stomach upset, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, or metallic taste in your mouth may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. This medication may cause your urine to turn darker in color. This effect is harmless and will disappear when the medication is stopped. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: signs of a new infection (such as sore throat that doesn't go away, fever), easy bruising/bleeding, stomach/abdominal pain, painful urination. Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: unsteadiness, seizures, mental/mood changes (such as confusion), trouble speaking, numbness/tingling of arms/legs, eye pain, sudden vision changes, headache that is severe or doesn't go away, stiff/painful neck. Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new yeast infection. Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge, or other new symptoms. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor. To prevent stomach upset, take this medication with food or a full glass of water or milk. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. For the best effect, take this antibiotic at evenly spaced times. To help you remember, take this medication at the same time(s) every day. Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection. Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking metronidazole, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other antibiotics (such as tinidazole); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: liver disease, kidney disease, certain blood disorders (low blood cell counts). People with a rare genetic disorder (Cockayne syndrome) may be at risk for very serious liver disease if they use metronidazole. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. If metronidazole is used, your doctor will check your liver function. Get medical help right away if you have any signs of liver disease during treatment (such as nausea/vomiting that doesn't stop, loss of appetite, severe stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine). Avoid alcoholic beverages and products containing propylene glycol while taking this medication and for at least 3 days after finishing this medicine because severe stomach upset/cramps, nausea, vomiting, headache, and flushing may occur. This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis). Metronidazole may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work well. Tell your health care professional that you are using metronidazole before having any immunizations/vaccinations. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before breast-feeding. If you are prescribed the single-dose treatment, your doctor may direct you to stop breast-feeding for a short time after the dose. Consult your doctor for more details.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: See also Precautions section. Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. Some products that may interact with this drug include: alcohol-containing products (such as cough and cold syrups, aftershave), products containing propylene glycol, lopinavir/ritonavir solution, lithium. Do not take metronidazole if you are also taking disulfiram or if you have taken disulfiram within the last 2 weeks. This medication may interfere with certain lab tests, possibly causing false test results. Make sure lab personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, unsteadiness.
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