Consuming alcohol while taking Metco 400 may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metco 400 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
CAUTION
Metco 400 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 her body.
If a single dose of Metco 400 is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.
UNSAFE
Metco 400 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Metco 400 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metco 400 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Metco 400 is recommended.
Patients undergoing kidney dialysis should take this medicine after the dialysis treatment.
CAUTION
Metco 400 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metco 400 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Metco 400mg Tablet
Introduction
Metco 400 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.
Metco 400 helps prevent an inf ... Show more
Uses of Metco 400
Bacterial infections
Parasitic infections
Side effects of Metco 400
Common
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Nausea
Metallic taste
How to use Metco 400
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metco 400 is to be taken with food.
How Metco 400 works
Metco 400 is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.
What if you forget to take Metco 400?
If you miss a dose of Metco 400, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Metco 400 treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
Metco 400 used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage. Take it only as prescribed by ... Show more
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
Brief Description
Indication
Pneumonia, Giardiasis, Peptic ulcer disease, Peritonitis, H. pylori infection, Rosacea, Septicemia, Endometritis, Aspiration pneumonia, Lung abscess, ... Show more
Administration
Susp: Should be taken on an empty stomach. Take at least 1 hr before meals.
Tab: Should be taken with food.
Reconstitution: Add 4.4 mL of sterile ... Show more
Adult Dose
Oral
Child: PO 30–50 mg/kg/day q8h
Amoebiasis
Adult: 800 mg tid for 5 days (intestinal infection); 5-10 days (extra-intestinal infection). Max: 2 ... Show more
Child Dose
Oral
Amoebiasis
Child: 1-3 yr 100-200 mg tid;
>3-7 yr 100-200 mg 4 times daily;
>7-10 yr 200-400 mg tid. Doses are given for 5-10 days.
Trich ... Show more
Contraindication
History of hypersensitivity to metronidazole or other nitroimidazole derivatives. Pregnancy (1st trimester) and lactation.
Mode of Action
Metronidazole is converted to reduction products that interact w/ DNA to cause destruction of helical DNA structure and strand leading to a protein sy ... Show more
Precaution
Patients with CNS diseases; discontinue IV therapy if abnormal neurologic symptoms occur. History of seizure disorder. Evidence or a history of blood ... Show more
Side Effect
GI disturbances e.g. nausea, unpleasant metallic taste, vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation. Furred tongue, glossitis, and stomatitis due to overgrowt ... Show more
Interaction
Concurrent use w/ disulfiram may produce psychotic reactions. May potentiate the effect of oral anticoagulants. May increase risk of lithium toxicity. ... Show more
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