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Flagyl Suspension 100.0 ml in 1 bottle

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Composition: Metronidazole (200mg/5ml)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Flagyl Suspension

Description:

Flagyl Suspension 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. It may also help prevent an infection after surgery.

Flagyl Suspension medicine is best taken after eating some food. It should be taken at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Take the medicine 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 the full course of treatment. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back. Do not drink 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 the 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.


Earlier 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. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Flagyl Suspension should be taken with or after food.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Flagyl

  • Headache
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Nausea
  • Metallic taste

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consumption of alcohol with Flagyl Suspension may cause a disulfiram-like reaction, leading to symptoms such as flushing, increased heart rate, low blood pressure, nausea, lightheadedness, and severe headache.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flagyl Suspension is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Flagyl Suspension should be used during pregnancy only after consulting the doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Flagyl Suspension 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 the body.
If a single dose of Flagyl Suspension is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.
Driving
UNSAFE
Flagyl Suspension may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Flagyl Suspension may make you feel sleepy, dizzy, confused. You may have hallucinations, fits (convulsions) or temporary eyesight problems (such as blurred or double vision) affecting your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flagyl Suspension is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
Tolerants undergoing kidney dialysis should take this medicine after the dialysis treatment.
Liver
CAUTION
Flagyl Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

How long does Flagyl Suspension take to work?

Usually, Flagyl Suspension starts working within 1 hour of its ingestion. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Flagyl Suspension. If you do not experience any significant reduction in your symptoms, consult your doctor.

Can I drink alcohol while using Flagyl Suspension?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Flagyl Suspension. 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.

Can the use of Flagyl Suspension cause metallic taste?

Affirmative, Flagyl Suspension 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 take more than the recommended dose of Flagyl Suspension?

If you have taken Flagyl Suspension in excess (more than the recommended dose), immediately contact your doctor or report to the nearest hospital. Overdose of Flagyl Suspension may cause loss of appetite, metallic taste, headache, dizziness, insomnia or drowsiness.

Can I stop taking Flagyl Suspension when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Flagyl Suspension and 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 Flagyl Suspension and follow their advice.

What if there is no improvement after using Flagyl Suspension?

Inform your doctor if you did not feel better after completing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him/her if your symptoms are getting worse during the treatment.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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