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Metrocare Information

Metrocare is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Metrocare also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Metrocare depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Metrocare include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Some other side effects of Metrocare have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Metrocare normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Metrocare's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Metrocare's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Metrocare is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. The section on Metrocare contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Metrocare may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Metrocare is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Metrocare Benefits & Uses
Metrocare Dosage & How to Take
Metrocare Side Effects
Metrocare Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Metrocare with Other Drugs
Metrocare Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Metrocare
Metrocare Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Metrocare Benefits & Uses

Metrocare is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Stomach Infection
Amebiasis
Giardiasis
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Parasitic Infections

Other Benefits

Metrocare 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

Metrocare Related Warnings

Is the use of Metrocare safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Metrocare safely.

Safe
Is the use of Metrocare safe during breastfeeding?

Metrocare may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Metrocare, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Metrocare.

Moderate
What is the effect of Metrocare on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Metrocare on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Metrocare on the Liver?

Metrocare is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Metrocare on the Heart?

Side effects of Metrocare rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Metrocare with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Disulfiram

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Amoxicillin

Mild

Amitriptyline

Metrocare Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Metrocare

Is this Metrocare habit forming or addictive?

Metrocare is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Metrocare can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Metrocare should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Metrocare in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Metrocare Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metrocare

Taking Metrocare with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Metrocare

Taking alcohol with Metrocare can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Metrocare

Question over 5 years ago

Is Metrocare safe to use?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Metrocare is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and constipation.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Metrocare an antibiotic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question about 5 years ago

Is Metrocare nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Metrocare?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Metrocare 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 over 5 years ago

Is Metrocare used to treat diarrhea?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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