Met Information
Met is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Secondary and off-label uses of Met have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Met is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Met include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Some other side effects of Met have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Met go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Met's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Met has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Met related warnings section.
Met is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Met contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Met have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Met, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Met Benefits & Uses
Met is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Brain Infection
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Reproductive System Infection
- Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
- Rosacea
- Endocarditis
- White Discharge (Read More - Leucorrhoea home remedies)
- Blood in Stool (Read More - How to Treat Blood in Stool at Home Safely)
- Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Met Dosage & How to Take
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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Met Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Met is used -
Severe
- Skin redness
- Skin Burning
Moderate
- Erythema
- Contact Dermatitis
- Depression (Read More - From Meditation to Nutrition: Home Remedies for Easing Depression)
Mild
- Dry Mouth
- Metallic taste in mouth
- पेट दर्द
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
Met Related Warnings
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Is the use of Met safe for pregnant women?
Met is safe to take during pregnancy.
Safe -
Is the use of Met safe during breastfeeding?
Met can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Met on the Kidneys?
Met rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Met on the Liver?
Met may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Met on the Heart?
Met is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Met with Other Drugs
Met should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Met Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Met unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Frequently asked Questions about Met
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Is this Met habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Met has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Met. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Met is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Met is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Met Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Met
It is safe to take Met with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Met
Taking alcohol with Met can be dangerous.
Severe
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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
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
