Metroase 200mg Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Metroase 200mg Tablet 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.
Used in treating many bacterial infections of various organs of the body
Used in treating many bacterial infections of various organs of the body
Uses of Metroase 200mg Tablet in children
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
- Treatment of Parasitic infections
Benefits of Metroase 200mg Tablet for your child
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Metroase 200mg Tablet is a versatile antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat gum ulcers and other dental infections (abscesses), leg ulcers, and pressure sores. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria 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 bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
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 bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
In Treatment of Parasitic infections
Metroase 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many parasitic infections such as 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. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.
Side effects of Metroase 200mg Tablet in children
Metroase 200mg Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Metroase
- Headache
- Dryness in mouth
- Nausea
- Metallic taste
How can I give Metroase 200mg Tablet to my child?
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. Metroase 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Metroase 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Metroase 200mg Tablet is recommended.
Patients undergoing kidney dialysis should take this medicine after the dialysis treatment.
Patients undergoing kidney dialysis should take this medicine after the dialysis treatment.
Liver
CAUTION
Metroase 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Metroase 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Metroase 200mg Tablet treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
- It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
- Metroase 200mg Tablet 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 your doctor.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nitroimidazole
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
5-Nitroimidazole (Antiprotozoal & Antibacterial)
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does Metroase 200mg Tablet take to work?
Usually, Metroase 200mg Tablet starts working within 1 hour of its ingestion. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Metroase 200mg Tablet. If you do not experience any significant reduction in your symptoms, consult your doctor.
Can I drink alcohol while using Metroase 200mg Tablet?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Metroase 200mg Tablet. 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 Metroase 200mg Tablet cause metallic taste?
Yes, Metroase 200mg Tablet 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 Metroase 200mg Tablet?
If you have taken Metroase 200mg Tablet in excess (more than the recommended dose), immediately contact your doctor or report to the nearest hospital. Overdose of Metroase 200mg Tablet may cause loss of appetite, metallic taste, headache, dizziness, insomnia or drowsiness.
Can I stop taking Metroase 200mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Metroase 200mg Tablet 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 Metroase 200mg Tablet and follow their advice.
What if there is no improvement after using Metroase 200mg Tablet?
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.
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