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Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. While these are the most often observed Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet 's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet 's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet related warnings section.
Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet 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. Other contraindications of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet 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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Is the use of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Metronidazole safely.
Is the use of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Metronidazole may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Metronidazole, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Metronidazole.
What is the effect of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Metronidazole rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Metronidazole on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet on the Heart?
Metronidazole has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet
You can take Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Metronidazole 200 mg Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Metronidazole does not cause high blood pressure (hypertension). However, if you are in doubt you can discuss with your doctor to find out the exact reason behind high blood pressure.
No, Metronidazole is not nephrotoxic (kidney damaging). However, if this drug is taken unnecessarily in excessive dosage then it can lead to kidney damage.
Metronidazole is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
Discontinuation of Metronidazole on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Metronidazole is not used directly to treat diarrhea. However, it is used to treat the symptoms of giardiasis (intestinal infection) such as dehydration from diarrhea.
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