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Metropen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Metropen have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metropen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Metropen include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Metropen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Metropen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Metropen has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Metropen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metropen related warnings section.
Metropen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. The section on Metropen contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Metropen may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metropen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Metropen 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 Metropen is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Metropen safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Metropen without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Metropen safe during breastfeeding?
Metropen may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Metropen, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Metropen.
What is the effect of Metropen on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Metropen on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Metropen on the Liver?
Metropen has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Metropen on the Heart?
Side effects of Metropen rarely affect the heart.
Metropen 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 Metropen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metropen habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metropen has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Metropen, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metropen can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Metropen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Metropen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Metropen
It is safe to take Metropen with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metropen
Taking Metropen with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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