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Flagyl 200 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Other than this, Flagyl 200 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Flagyl 200 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Flagyl 200 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Some other side effects of Flagyl 200 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Flagyl 200 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Flagyl 200 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Flagyl 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Flagyl 200 Tablet related warnings section.
Flagyl 200 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flagyl 200 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Flagyl 200 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Flagyl 200 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flagyl 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Adult(Female) |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Flagyl 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Flagyl without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Flagyl 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Flagyl. Immediately discontinue Flagyl if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Flagyl 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Flagyl rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flagyl 200 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Flagyl rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Flagyl 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Flagyl is rarely harmful for the heart.
Flagyl 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flagyl 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flagyl 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Flagyl 200 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flagyl 200 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Flagyl 200 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Flagyl 200 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Flagyl 200 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Flagyl 200 Tablet
Taking Flagyl 200 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flagyl 200 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Flagyl 200 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Flagyl and ofloxacin can be taken at the same time. There is no drug interaction found between them.
Discontinuation of Flagyl on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Flagyl is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and constipation.
No, Flagyl cannot cause hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). There are no known cases. However, if you are in doubt you can discuss with your doctor to find out exact the cause for high blood sugar levels.
Flagyl acts on the DNA structure of bacterial and protozoan cells and disrupts its helical structure resulting in the death of bacteria and protozoa. Infections caused due to pathogens are eradicated completely when taken in prescribed dosage and duration.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flagyl® Metronidazole
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 837-839
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 850-851