Metnal

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  • Contains / Salt: Metronidazole (100 mg) + Norfloxacin (100 mg)
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Metnal Information

Metnal, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Secondary and off-label uses of Metnal have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Metnal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Metnal include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metnal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metnal are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Metnal's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Metnal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Metnal 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 Metnal are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Metnal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Metnal is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Metnal Benefits & Uses

Metnal is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Metnal 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


Metnal Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Metnal is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

Metnal Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metnal safe for pregnant women?


    Metnal may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Metnal again without your doctor's advice.

  • Is the use of Metnal safe during breastfeeding?


    Metnal may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

  • What is the effect of Metnal on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Metnal on kidney have been reported.

  • What is the effect of Metnal on the Liver?


    Information about safety of Metnal for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

  • What is the effect of Metnal on the Heart?


    Metnal is completely safe for the heart.



Severe Interaction of Metnal with Other Drugs

Metnal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Metnal Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metnal unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Metnal

  • Is this Metnal habit forming or addictive?


    Metnal does not cause addiction.

Metnal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metnal


    Taking Metnal with food can create severe side effects. Discuss this with your doctor.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metnal


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Metnal with alcohol.



Frequently asked Questions about Metnal

Question about 4 years ago

Does Metnal cause constipation?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Metnal 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Metnal cause high blood sugar?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Metnal 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.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Metnal cause infertility in women?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Metnal does not cause infertility. There is no evidence suggesting infertility in connection with this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Metnal work?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Metnal 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.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Metnal?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Metnal is a brand name of metronidazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called nitroimidazoles. It has anti-amoebic and anti-protozoal property. It is available in different forms such as tablets, capsules, suspensions, and creams. It is used to treat amoebic and protozoal infections.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noroxin® (norfloxacin)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Nufloxib (norfloxacin)

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