Metrofed – Metronidazole 500mg Injection
Description
METRONIDAZOLE (METROFED) INJECTION – TREATMENT FOR BACTERIAL INFECTIONS
A bacterial infection of the vagina, stomach, liver, skin, joints, brain and spinal cord, lungs, heart, or circulation can be treated with metronidazole, an antibiotic.
Trichomoniasis, a parasite-based sexually transmitted illness, is likewise treated with metronidazole. Usually, both sexual partners are treated at the same time, even if one has no symptoms.
USES OF METRONIDAZOLE (METROFED) INJECTION
- Bacterial infections
SIDE EFFECTS OF METRONIDAZOLE (METROFED) INJECTION
- new or worsening symptoms of infection
- painful or difficult urination
- confusion
- a light-headed feeling (like you might pass out);
- vaginal itching or discharge; or
- blisters or ulcers in your mouth
- red or swollen gums
- trouble swallowing.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
- Driving
Metrofed infection may impair your alertness, impair your vision, or cause you to feel drowsy and dizzy. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive.
- Kidney
In patients with severe kidney disease, Metrofed infection should be used with caution. Metrofed infection dosage may need to be adjusted. Please consult your physician.
There is little information on the use of Metrofed infection in these patients. In patients with mild to moderate kidney disease, no dose change is indicated.
- Liver
In patients with liver problems, Metrofed infection should be used with caution. Metrofed infection dosage may need to be adjusted. Please consult your physician.
There is little information on the use of Metrofed infection in these patients. In patients with mild to severe liver disease, no dose change is indicated.
- Pregnancy
Metrofed infection should not be used during pregnancy because there is clear evidence of danger to the developing infant. However, if the advantages outweigh the hazards, the doctor may seldom prescribe it in life-threatening conditions. Please consult your physician.
