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Metgyl is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Secondary and off-label uses of Metgyl have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Metgyl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Metgyl are Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metgyl can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Metgyl 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.
In addition, Metgyl's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Metgyl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy must refrain from the use of Metgyl since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metgyl contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Metgyl with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Metgyl is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Metgyl 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 Metgyl is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metgyl safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Metgyl safely.
Is the use of Metgyl safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Metgyl. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Metgyl on the Kidneys?
Metgyl rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metgyl on the Liver?
Metgyl may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Metgyl on the Heart?
Metgyl may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Metgyl 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 Metgyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metgyl habit forming or addictive?
Metgyl 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 Metgyl as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Metgyl is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metgyl in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metgyl
You can take Metgyl with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metgyl
Taking alcohol with Metgyl can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
