Uses Of FLAGYL 400MG TABLET

FLAGYL 400MG TABLET is used to manage the following infection conditions:

Bacterial infections
Parasitic infections

Benefits of FLAGYL 400MG TABLET:

1. Management of Bacterial infections:

FLAGYL
400MG TABLET is a versatile antibiotic medicine that can be used to
manage many different infections caused by bacteria. These include
manage infections of the blood, brain, lung, bones,
pelvic area, gum ulcers and other dental infections, leg ulcers and
pressure sores. It can also be used to manage bacterial vaginosis
(vaginal infection).

2. Management of Parasitic infections:

FLAGYL
400MG TABLET is an antibiotic medicine that helps many parasitic
infections such as trichomoniasis (parasitic infection of the genital
tract), certain gastrointestinal infections and amoebic dysentery. It
works by stopping the growth of parasites causing the infection. This
medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you
should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel
better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become
resistant.

How FLAGYL 400MG TABLET Works

FLAGYL 400MG TABLET contains a medicine called Metronidazole
which is an antiprotozoal drug that kills bacteria and parasites that
cause infections in the body. As a result, it kills the
infection-causing germs and controls their future growth and
multiplication, reducing the severity of the infection.

How to use FLAGYL 400MG TABLET

Take FLAGYL 400MG TABLET as advised by your physician.
Swallow FLAGYL 400MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
This medication can be taken after food, but it is important to take it at the same time every day.
Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding the dose and duration of use based on your health condition.
Do
not skip doses or stop taking the medication without consulting your
doctor, even if you feel well, as this can lead to infection may come
back.

What If I Forgot to take A Dose of FLAGYL 400MG TABLET:

If
you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is close to
the time for your next dose; in such cases, skip the missed dose and
continue with your regular schedule.

Precautions:

Do not consume alcohol during the course of treatment and for at least 48 hours after finishing the medication.
Inform
Your Doctor if you have or had conditions such as kidney, liver and
other neurological disorders like seizures or peripheral neuropathy

Overdosage:

If
you or anyone else accidentally took too much of FLAGYL 400MG TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

For more information related to dosing information refer package insert from

https://www.abbott.co.in/

Side Effects Of FLAGYL 400MG TABLET

Like all medicines, FLAGYL 400MG TABLET may cause certain side effects in some individuals, although not everybody gets them.

Most Common Side Effects of FLAGYL 400MG TABLET are:

headache
lack of appetite
nausea
dryness in mouth
metallic taste in mouth
stomach cramps
dizziness

Stop taking FLAGYL 400MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:

stomach
pain, lack of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fever, tiredness, weakness,
jaundice (yellowing of skin and whites of the eye), dark urine, putty or
mastic-coloured stools, skin itchiness
signs of severe
allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face,
lips, throat or tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
severe
skin reactions (such as widespread skin rash, blistering, peeling or
bleeding on any part of the skin with fever, chills, enlarged lymph
nodes and malaise or pink or reddish skin lesions on palms or soles)
signs
of brain disease called encephalopathy (such as fever, stiff neck,
headache, seeing things which aren’t there, confusion, difficulties in
using your arms and legs, problems with speaking)
signs of blood disease (such as unexpected infections, mouth ulcers, bruising, gum bleeding, or severe tiredness)
signs of a liver problem (such as yellowing of skin and eyes)
severe stomach pain which may reach through to your back (signs of inflammation in the pancreas)