METRO-DP 100ML
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Shree Krishnakeshav Laboratories Ltd.
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Metronidazole 100ml Injection I.P. (ISOTONIC)

Product Description

Metronidazole Injection 100ml belongs to a group of medicines known as anti-bacterial agents used to treat severe bacterial infections of the bone, skin and skin structure, blood, joint, abdomen, central nervous system, respiratory, gynaecological infections, meningitis (infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord), and endocarditis (infection of the heart lining and valves). 

Metronidazole Injection 100ml contains Metronidazole, which suppresses protein synthesis by interacting with DNA and causes helical DNA structure loss and strand breakage. As a result, it induces cell death in susceptible organisms. Thereby Metronidazole Injection 100ml treats bacterial infections.

Metronidazole Injection 100ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some common side effects of Metronidazole Injection 100ml are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, and injection site reaction. These side effects are temporary and may get resolved after some time. However, if any of the side effects persist or worsen, contact the doctor.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to metronidazole. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding. Do not operate heavy machinery or drive after taking Metronidazole Injection 100ml as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Metronidazole Injection 100ml as it may cause unpleasant side effects.

Uses of Metronidazole Injection 100ml

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Metronidazole Injection 100ml belongs to a group of medicines known as anti-bacterial agents used to treat severe bacterial infections of the bone, skin and skin structure, blood, joint, abdomen, central nervous system, gynecologic, respiratory infections, meningitis (infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord), and endocarditis (infection of the heart lining and valves). Metronidazole Injection 100ml contains Metronidazole, which suppresses protein synthesis by interacting with DNA and causes helical DNA structure loss and strand breakage. As a result, it induces cell death in susceptible organisms. Thereby Metronidazole Injection 100ml treats bacterial infections.

Directions for Use

Metronidazole Injection 100ml will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Metronidazole Injection 100ml

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Injection site reactions

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take Metronidazole Injection 100ml if you are allergic to any of the components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to get pregnant or if you are breastfeeding. Do not operate heavy machinery or drive after taking Metronidazole Injection 100ml as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have bone marrow depression/low blood count, kidney impairment, CNS disorder, liver or heart problems, peripheral neuropathy, epilepsy, Crohn's disease (a condition in which the body attacks the lining of the digestive tract), yeast infection, oedema (swelling), or blood disorders.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Metronidazole Injection 100ml have interactions with medicines used to treat HIV (amprenavir), anticoagulant medications (anisindione, dicumarol, warfarin), certain vaccinations (BCG, cholera vaccine live, typhoid vaccine live), anti-cancer drug (busulfan) and psychiatry agents (disulfiram).

Drug-Food Interactions: You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with Metronidazole Injection 100ml to avoid unpleasant side effects such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, flushing, and headache.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have kidney impairment, CNS disorder, liver or heart problems, peripheral neuropathy, Crohn's disease (a condition in which the body attacks the lining of the digestive tract), yeast infection, oedema (swelling), or blood disorders.