Metrogyl Adverse Reactions

The adverse effects of metronidazole are generally dose-related. The most common are gastrointestinal disturbances, especially nausea and an unpleasant metallic taste. Vomiting, and diarrhoea or constipation may also occur. A furred tongue, glossitis, and stomatitis may be associated with an overgrowth of Candida. There have been rare reports of antibiotic-associated colitis associated with metronidazole, although it is also used in the treatment of this condition. Weakness, dizziness, ataxia, headache, drowsiness, insomnia, and changes in mood or mental state such as depression or confusion have also been reported. Peripheral neuropathy, usually presenting as numbness or tingling in the extremities, and epileptic seizures has been associated with high doses of metronidazole or prolonged treatment. Temporary moderate leucopenia and thrombocytopenia may occur in some patients receiving metronidazole. Skin rashes, urticaria, and pruritus occur occasionally and erythema multiform, angioedema, and anaphylaxis have been reported rarely.
Other adverse effects include urethral discomfort and darkening of the urine. Raised liver enzyme values, cholestatic hepatitis, and jaundice have occasionally been reported. Thrombophlebitis may follow intravenous use of metronidazole.