Nimorazol Tablet
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Product introduction
Nimorazol Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It is used to treat infections of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, bones and skin.
Nimorazol Tablet helps prevent an infection after surgery. It is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers and pressure sores. This medicine is best taken after eating some food. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The amount you are advised will depend on what you are being treated for and how bad it is, but you should take this antibiotic exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better after a short time but do not stop taking it until you have finished a full course of treatment, even if you feel well. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink any alcohol while taking this medicine and for a few days after stopping it. Otherwise, you may get unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting and stomach pain.
The most common side effects of this medicine are headache, dryness in mouth, nausea, and a slight metallic taste in the mouth. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You can try using sugarless candies or lozenges to overcome any dryness or metallic taste in the mouth.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have any kidney or liver problems or any disease of the nervous system. Your doctor may change the dose or prescribe a different medicine. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Nimorazol Tablet helps prevent an infection after surgery. It is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers and pressure sores. This medicine is best taken after eating some food. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. The amount you are advised will depend on what you are being treated for and how bad it is, but you should take this antibiotic exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better after a short time but do not stop taking it until you have finished a full course of treatment, even if you feel well. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink any alcohol while taking this medicine and for a few days after stopping it. Otherwise, you may get unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting and stomach pain.
The most common side effects of this medicine are headache, dryness in mouth, nausea, and a slight metallic taste in the mouth. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. You can try using sugarless candies or lozenges to overcome any dryness or metallic taste in the mouth.
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine or have any kidney or liver problems or any disease of the nervous system. Your doctor may change the dose or prescribe a different medicine. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Nimorazol Tablet
- Bacterial infections
- Parasitic infections
Benefits of Nimorazol Tablet
In Bacterial infections
Nimorazol Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, bones, and skin. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
In Parasitic infections
Nimorazol Tablet helps treat many parasitic infections by stopping the growth of parasites causing the infection. Keep using this medicine for as long as it is prescribed to make sure that all the parasites are killed. Any parasites that survive may become resistant to this medicine so it will not be as effective in the future.
Side effects of Nimorazol 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 Nimorazol
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dryness in mouth
- Metallic taste
How to use Nimorazol 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. Nimorazol Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Nimorazol Tablet works
Nimorazol Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Nimorazol Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Nimorazol Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Nimorazol Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Nimorazol Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nimorazol Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nimorazol Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Nimorazol Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nimorazol Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
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Quick tips
- Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
- It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
- Nimorazol Tablet used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage. Take it only as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
- Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
- Nimorazol Tablet treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
- It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nitroimidazole
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
5-Nitroimidazole (Antiprotozoal & Antibacterial)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Nimorazol with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Nimorazole may increase the effect of Warfarin.
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time.
Nimorazole may increase the effect of Acenocoumarol.
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Nimorazol Tablet
Twice A Day
91%
Once A Day
8%
Thrice A Day
1%
What are you using Nimorazol Tablet for?
Others
50%
Bacterial inf*
50%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Nimorazol Tablet?
No Side Effec*
50%
Dryness in mo*
50%
*No Side Effect, Dryness in mouth
How do you take Nimorazol Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Nimorazol Tablet on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Is Nimorazol Tablet effective?
Nimorazol Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Nimorazol Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can the use of Nimorazol Tablet cause metallic taste?
Yes, Nimorazol Tablet may cause a temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by staying hydrated, brushing teeth after the meals and chewing sugar-free gum or mints.
What if I forget to take a dose of Nimorazol Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Nimorazol Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Why is it harmful to drink alcohol while using Nimorazol Tablet?
Alcohol should be strictly avoided while taking Nimorazol Tablet. Moreover, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfiram reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.
Is Nimorazol Tablet safe?
Nimorazol Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Can I stop taking Nimorazol Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Nimorazol Tablet. Complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Hence, if you stop taking the medicine before completing the course, your infection may come back. Consult your doctor before you stop taking Nimorazol Tablet and follow their advice.
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