Manufacturer: Surya Pharmaceutical Ltd
Salt Composition : Metronidazole
Bottle of 100ml Infusion
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Metrogis Infusion helps prevent an infection after surgery. It is also used in the treatment of dental infections, leg ulcers, and pressure sores. This injection is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. 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.
Metronidazole diffuses into the organism, inhibits protein synthesis by interacting with DNA, and causes a loss of helical DNA structure and strand breakage. Therefore, it causes cell death in susceptible organisms
The majority of metronidazole and its metabolites are excreted in urine and faeces, with less than 12% excreted unchanged in urine. The pharmacokinetics of metronidazole are unaffected by acute or chronic renal failure, haemodialysis, continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis, age, pregnancy or enteric disease
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Metallic taste
meningitis not due to an infection.
low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils.
alcoholism.
alcohol intoxication.
a low seizure threshold.
a painful condition that affects the nerves in the legs and arms called peripheral neuropathy.
prolonged QT interval on EKG.
seizures.
Metrogis Infusion is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Consuming alcohol while taking Metrogis Infusion may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Metrogis Infusion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
If a single dose of Metrogis Infusion is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.
Metronidazole is indicated for the treatment of confirmed trichomoniasis caused by Trichomonas vaginalis (except for in the first trimester of pregnancy) and the patient's sexual partners, bacterial vaginosis 16, certain types of amebiasis, and various anaerobic infections
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. ...
Some products that may interact with this drug include: alcohol-containing products (such as cough and cold syrups, aftershave), products containing propylene glycol, lopinavir/ritonavir solution, lithium.
Kindly do not self-administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Metrogis Infusion, 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
Metrogis Infusion treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
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.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Q. How long does Metrogis Infusion take to work?
Usually, Metrogis Infusion starts working within 1 hour of its administration. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Metrogis Infusion. If you do not experience any significant reduction in your symptoms, consult your doctor.
Q. How is Metrogis Infusion administered?
Metrogis Infusion should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Metrogis Infusion.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while using Metrogis Infusion?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Metrogis Infusion. Moreover, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfiram like reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.
Q. Can the use of Metrogis Infusion cause metallic taste?
Yes, Metrogis Infusion 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.
Q. What if I take more than the recommended dose of Metrogis Infusion?
If you have taken Metrogis Infusion in excess (more than the recommended dose), immediately contact your doctor or report to the nearest hospital. Overdose of Metrogis Infusion may cause loss of appetite, metallic taste, headache, dizziness, insomnia or drowsiness.
Q. What if there is no improvement after using Metrogis Infusion?
Inform your doctor if you did not feel better even after completing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him/her if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
