Metnox Suspension

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30 ml Suspension in 1 Bottle Out of Stock
₹ 11.8
30 ML SUSPENSION 1 Bottle ₹ 11.8
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  • Manufactured by: Indi Pharma
  • Contains / Salt: Metronidazole (100 mg) + Norfloxacin (100 mg)

Metnox Suspension

30 ml Suspension in 1 Bottle
₹ 11
30 ML SUSPENSION | 1 Bottle
₹ 11
190 people have bought this recently
  • Manufactured by: Indi Pharma
  • Contains / Salt: Metronidazole (100 mg) + Norfloxacin (100 mg)

Metnox Information

Metnox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Metnox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Metnox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Metnox include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metnox can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metnox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Metnox's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Metnox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metnox related warnings section.

Metnox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metnox contraindications section.

Additionally, Metnox may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Metnox Benefits & Uses

Metnox is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Metnox 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

Metnox Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metnox safe for pregnant women?


    Metnox can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Metnox, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

  • Is the use of Metnox safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Metnox may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Metnox should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

  • What is the effect of Metnox on the Kidneys?


    Metnox rarely harms the kidneys.

  • What is the effect of Metnox on the Liver?


    So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Metnox on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Metnox will affect the liver or not.

  • What is the effect of Metnox on the Heart?


    Using Metnox does not have any harmful effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Metnox with Other Drugs

Metnox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Metnox Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Metnox

  • Is this Metnox habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Metnox is addictive.

Metnox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Metnox


    Using Metnox with some foods may lead to harmful effects. Take your doctor's advice on this.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Metnox


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Metnox with alcohol.



Frequently asked Questions about Metnox

Question over 5 years ago

Is Metnox an antibiotic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Metnox is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Metnox nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Metnox is not nephrotoxic (kidney damaging). However, if this drug is taken unnecessarily in excessive dosage then it can lead to kidney damage. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Metnox cause high blood sugar?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Metnox cannot cause hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). There are no known cases. However, if you are in doubt you can discuss with your doctor to find out exact the cause for high blood sugar levels.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Metnox on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Discontinuation of Metnox on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Metnox work?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Metnox acts on the DNA structure of bacterial and protozoan cells and disrupts its helical structure resulting in the death of bacteria and protozoa. Infections caused due to pathogens are eradicated completely when taken in prescribed dosage and duration.



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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

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

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

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Nufloxib (norfloxacin)

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