Is there a universal remedy for combating protozoa, anaerobic infections and alcoholism? Sure! Such a drug is Metronidazole tablets that fight several types of ailments. In addition to the form of tablets, the drug is also available in the form of syrup, capsules, powder and vaginal suppositories.
A few words about the drug
"Metronidazole" in tablets It is a chemotherapeutic agent used in the fight against parasites (giardia, trichomonads, pathogens of amoebic dysentery, etc.), microbes, ulcers, as well as in the fight against alcohol dependence. The drug is instantly absorbed from the digestive tract and distributed throughout the body.
Indications for use
Prescribe a medicine if the following diagnoses are made:
- giardiasis, trichomoniasis, amebiasis, leishmaniasis of the skin, vaginitis and urethritis caused by trichomonas;
- infections of joints and bones, pelvic organs and central nervous system ;
- pneumonia, meningitis and other infectious diseases;
- gastritis, stomach ulcers;
- chronic stage of alcoholism ;
- colitis associated with the use of antibiotics;
- radiation therapy for tumors;
- postoperative prophylaxis.
The drug "Metronidazole" (tablets) - contraindications
It is not recommended to take this tool if it is observed:
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- lesions of the central nervous system;
- epilepsy;
- blood diseases;
- kidney and liver problems;
- pregnancy and, of course, lactation.
The medicine "Metronidazole" - n side effects
- nausea and subsequent vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite;
- dizziness, headaches, mood decline, irritability;
- convulsions and impaired coordination of movements ;
- less allergy and impaired renal function;
- reddish brown urine;
- sometimes the occurrence of candidomycosis.
Metronidazole tablets - overdose
With an overdose of the drug, the following body reactions are possible:
- vomiting and nausea;
- ataxia;
- epileptic seizures - only in severe cases.
Drug use
The medicine "Metronidazole" - tablets for oral administration and vaginal tablets, capsules, powder and syrup, naturally have their own purpose and dose. The form of the drug and its dosage depend on several factors (type and severity of the disease):
- with trichomoniasis, treatment is prescribed for both partners: usually, over a period of ten days, 250 mg of the drug is prescribed twice a day + additionally, women are prescribed vaginal tablets that are inserted into the vagina before bedtime - one tablet for ten days in a row. The minimum dose for children is 250 mg, and the maximum is 500 g (depending on the age of the child). The treatment is designed for ten days with taking the drug once a day;
- with giardiasis, the following dose is usually prescribed: adults need to take 500 mg of the drug 2 times a day. You need to drink the medicine for at least 1 week. For children, the dose is prescribed with an eye on age;
- patients with signs of pseudomembranous colitis are also prescribed 500 mg, which must be drunk 4 times a day;
- during the treatment of anaerobic infections, adults are recommended to take 400 - 500 mg of the drug for a week or ten days 3 times a day, but for children under 12 years of age, a lower dose is needed - 7.5 mg per kilogram of weight for the same period;
- in the treatment of a chronic form of alcoholism, approximately 500 mg of the drug per day is prescribed for up to six months;
- for postoperative prophylaxis, the Metronidazole drug (tablets) is used for a week at a dose of 750 mg once a day;
- with radiation therapy, it is recommended to administer the drug 1 hour before the start of irradiation in the form of droppers. The dose is calculated as follows: 160 mg per kilogram of weight. In the remaining period of radiation therapy, the drug is not administered to the patient. In no case should a single dose exceed 10 grams, and a course dose - 60. For skin and cervical cancer, the Metronidazole medicine is used in the form of applications.