Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that effectively treats diarrhea and dysentery. It kills the microorganisms to promote a fast recovery.
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that can be taken with or without food. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, weakness, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. In cases of liver or kidney disease it is advised to consult your doctor before you start with the treatment. It is strictly advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery while you are on the treatment. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may adversely affect your health.
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that can be taken with or without food. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, weakness, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. In cases of liver or kidney disease it is advised to consult your doctor before you start with the treatment. It is strictly advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery while you are on the treatment. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may adversely affect your health.
Side effects of Metrodin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Metrodin
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dryness in mouth
- Metallic taste
How to use Metrodin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Metrodin Tablet works
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Metronidazole and Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin), which treat stomach and intestine infections. Metronidazole is an antibiotic which kills bacteria and certain other infectious microorganisms by damaging the DNA. Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is also an antibiotic with additional antifungal action. It works by preventing the growth and multiplication of both bacteria and fungi.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may make you feel sleepy, dizzy, confused. You may have hallucinations, fits (convulsions) or temporary eyesight problems (such as blurred or double vision) affecting your ability to drive.
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may make you feel sleepy, dizzy, confused. You may have hallucinations, fits (convulsions) or temporary eyesight problems (such as blurred or double vision) affecting your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metrodin 200mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
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Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MedIndia. Metronidazole + Di-Iodohydroxyquinoline. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Clioquinol. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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