Metgyl

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Metgyl Information

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 Benefits & Uses

Metgyl is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Metgyl 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
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Endocarditis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Metgyl Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Common

Metgyl Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metgyl safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Metgyl without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Metgyl on the Kidneys?


    Metgyl may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • 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.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Metgyl on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Metgyl on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Metgyl with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Metgyl Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Metgyl

  • Is this Metgyl habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Metgyl.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Metgyl can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Metgyl only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Metgyl cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Metgyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metgyl


    Taking Metgyl with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metgyl


    Consuming Metgyl with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Metgyl

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Metgyl effective against candida (fungal infections)?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Metgyl is not effective in candida (fungal infections) because it is an anti-amoebic and antiprotozoal drug, it is only effective for bacterial and protozoal infections.

Question about 4 years ago

Can Metgyl be taken with ofloxacin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Metgyl and ofloxacin can be taken at the same time. There is no drug interaction found between them.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Metgyl treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Metgyl cannot be used in the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI). This is because Metgyl is effective but is found to be badly-tolerated in patients suffering from urinary tract infections (UTI).

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Metgyl an antibiotic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Metgyl is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections.

Question over 4 years ago

Can i take Metgyl with ibuprofen?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Metgyl and ibuprofen can be taken at the same time. There are no known drug interactions found between them.



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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

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