Metronidazole Tablets

Therapeutic Indication

Amoebiasis

Giardiasis

Trichomoniasis

Anaerobic bacterial infections

Dental infections

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Metronidazole

Tablet

Metronidazole is an antibacterial and antiprotozoal agent. It is effective against anaerobic bacteria and protozoa, commonly used in gastrointestinal, gynecological, dental, and systemic infections.

Speciality	Infectious Diseases \| Gastroenterology \| Gynecology \| Dentistry
Tags	Antibacterial \| Antiprotozoal \| Anaerobic Infections
Strength	500 mg
Packing Size	10 Tablets

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Mechanism

Metronidazole enters microbial cells and disrupts DNA synthesis by forming toxic free radicals, leading to cell death in anaerobic bacteria and protozoa.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Rapid oral absorption.
Distribution: Widely distributed, including CNS.
Metabolism: Hepatic metabolism.
Elimination: Renal excretion.
Half-life: 6–8 hours.

Side Effects

Nausea
Metallic taste
Headache
Dizziness
Rare: peripheral neuropathy

Contraindication

First trimester of pregnancy
Hypersensitivity to metronidazole

Interaction

Alcohol (disulfiram-like reaction)
Warfarin (increased anticoagulant effect)

Warning and Precautions

Avoid alcohol during and 48 hours after therapy
Monitor liver function in prolonged use
Use cautiously in CNS disease

Dosage

As directed by the Physician.

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