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Metro Plus Ointment, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Other than this, Metro Plus Ointment has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Metro Plus Ointment 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Metro Plus Ointment also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metro Plus Ointment can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Metro Plus Ointment are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Metro Plus Ointment's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Metro Plus Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Metro Plus Ointment is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Metro Plus Ointment are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Metro Plus Ointment may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Metro Plus Ointment, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Metro Plus Ointment 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.
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Is the use of Metro Plus Ointment safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Metro in pregnant women.
Is the use of Metro Plus Ointment 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.
What is the effect of Metro Plus Ointment on the Kidneys?
Metro may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metro Plus Ointment on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Metro on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Metro Plus Ointment on the Heart?
Metro is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metro Plus Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metro Plus Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Metro Plus Ointment.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Metro Plus Ointment, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metro Plus Ointment can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Metro Plus Ointment is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Metro Plus Ointment in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Metro Plus Ointment
You can take Metro Plus Ointment with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metro Plus Ointment
Consumption of alcohol and Metro Plus Ointment together may have severe effects on your health.
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.
No, Metro does not cause infertility. There is no evidence suggesting infertility in connection with this drug.
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.
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).
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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