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RiteMED Metronidazole

RiteMED Metronidazole

metronidazole

Manufacturer:

RiteMED

Distributor:

United Lab
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Metronidazole
Indications/Uses
For susceptible protozoal infections & prophylaxis of anaerobic bacterial infections.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Intestinal amoebiasis Adult 400-800 mg tid for 5-10 days. Childn 35-50 mg/kg daily in 3 divided doses for 5-10 days. Trichomoniasis Adult 2 g as a single dose or 600 mg-1 g in 2 or 3 divided doses for 7 days.
Administration
Should be taken with food: Take w/ or after meals.
Special Precautions
Do not use in patients w/ peripheral neuropathy, transient epileptiform seizures & leucopenia. Pregnancy (1st trimester). Lactation.
Adverse Reactions
GI disturbances especially nausea & unpleasant metallic taste, furred tongue, glossitis & stomatitis, weakness, dizziness, ataxia, headache, drowsiness, insomnia & changes in mood or mental state eg, depression or confusion. Skin rashes, urticaria, & pruritus. Urethral discomfort & darkening of the urine.
MIMS Class
Antiamoebics
ATC Classification
P01AB01 - metronidazole ; Belongs to the class of nitroimidazole derivatives antiprotozoals. Used in the treatment amoebiasis and other protozoal diseases.
Presentation/Packing
Form
RiteMED Metronidazole tab 500 mg
Packing/Price
100's (P1,400/box, P14/tab)
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