Metro 400 Tablet

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Metro 400 Tablet Information

Metro 400 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Metro 400 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metro 400 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Metro 400 Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metro 400 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Metro 400 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Metro 400 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Metro 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metro 400 Tablet related warnings section.

Metro 400 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Metro 400 Tablet in conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metro 400 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Metro 400 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Metro 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Metro 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Metro 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Metro 400 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Endocarditis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release)
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Metro 400 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metro 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Metro in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Metro 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Metro can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Metro 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Metro may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Metro 400 Tablet on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Metro on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Metro 400 Tablet on the Heart?


    Metro is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Metro 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metro 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Metro 400 Tablet

  • Is this Metro 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Metro 400 Tablet.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Metro 400 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metro 400 Tablet can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Metro 400 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Metro 400 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Metro 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metro 400 Tablet


    You can take Metro 400 Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metro 400 Tablet


    Consumption of alcohol and Metro 400 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Metro 400 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Metro?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Metro can be taken orally preferably after a light meal. This medicine can applied topically also. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of bacterial/protozoal infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Metro cause infertility in women?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Metro does not cause infertility. There is no evidence suggesting infertility in connection with this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Metro?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Metro is a brand name of metronidazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called nitroimidazoles. It has anti-amoebic and anti-protozoal property. It is available in different forms such as tablets, capsules, suspensions, and creams. It is used to treat amoebic and protozoal infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Metro treat urinary tract infections (UTI)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Metro cannot be used in the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI). This is because Metro is effective but is found to be badly-tolerated in patients suffering from urinary tract infections (UTI).

Question over 5 years ago

Is Metro used to treat diarrhea?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Metro is not used directly to treat diarrhea. However, it is used to treat the symptoms of giardiasis (intestinal infection) such as dehydration from diarrhea.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Flagyl® Metronidazole

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 837-839

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 850-851

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