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Met B3 Od, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Other than this, Met B3 Od has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Met B3 Od. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Met B3 Od are Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Met B3 Od can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Met B3 Od are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Met B3 Od has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Met B3 Od's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Met B3 Od 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 Met B3 Od are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Met B3 Od with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Met B3 Od is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Met B3 Od 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Met B3 Od is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Met B3 Od safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Met B3 OD without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Met B3 Od safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Met B3 OD. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Met B3 Od on the Kidneys?
Met B3 OD rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Met B3 Od on the Liver?
Met B3 OD is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Met B3 Od on the Heart?
Side effects of Met B3 OD rarely affect the heart.
Met B3 Od 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 Met B3 Od unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Met B3 Od habit forming or addictive?
Met B3 Od does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Met B3 Od as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Met B3 Od only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Met B3 Od is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Met B3 Od
It is safe to take Met B3 Od with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Met B3 Od
Consumption of alcohol and Met B3 Od together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Met B3 OD and ibuprofen can be taken at the same time. There are no known drug interactions found between them.
Yes, Met B3 OD can cause constipation and other stomach related side effects such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and stomach discomfort. You are recommended to eat non-spicy light meals along with fibrous fruits to avoid constipation and other stomach related problems. However, in case of severe constipation please inform your doctor right away.
No, Met B3 OD does not cause infertility. There is no evidence suggesting infertility in connection with this drug.
No, Met B3 OD is not nephrotoxic (kidney damaging). However, if this drug is taken unnecessarily in excessive dosage then it can lead to kidney damage.
Met B3 OD can be taken orally preferably after a light meal. This medicine can applied topically also. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of bacterial/protozoal infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
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
