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Flagentyl is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Amebiasis. The alternative uses of Flagentyl have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Flagentyl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Flagentyl are Vaginal itching, Vaginal discharge. Some other side effects of Flagentyl have been listed ahead. These side effects of Flagentyl are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Flagentyl has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flagentyl has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flagentyl related warnings section.
Flagentyl is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia are examples of such conditions. The section on Flagentyl contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Flagentyl have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flagentyl is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flagentyl is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Flagentyl safe for pregnant women?
Flagentyl may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Flagentyl again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Flagentyl safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Flagentyl. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Flagentyl on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Flagentyl on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Flagentyl on the Liver?
Side effects of Flagentyl rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Flagentyl on the Heart?
Using Flagentyl does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Flagentyl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flagentyl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flagentyl habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Flagentyl is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Flagentyl as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Flagentyl only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flagentyl for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flagentyl
It is safe to take Flagentyl with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flagentyl
Taking alcohol with Flagentyl can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Solosec (secnidazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 839