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Metrogis Benefits & Uses

Metrogis 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

Metrogis 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

Metrogis Related Warnings

Is the use of Metrogis safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Metrogis without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Metrogis safe during breastfeeding?

Metrogis 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 Metrogis on the Kidneys?

Metrogis has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Metrogis on the Liver?

Side effects of Metrogis rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Metrogis on the Heart?

Metrogis is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Metrogis with Other Drugs

Metrogis 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

Metrogis Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metrogis 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 Metrogis

Is this Metrogis habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Metrogis.

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 Metrogis can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Metrogis should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Metrogis is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Metrogis Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metrogis

Taking Metrogis with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Metrogis

Consuming Metrogis with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Metrogis

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Metrogis?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Metrogis 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

Is Metrogis an antibiotic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Metrogis?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Metrogis 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 6 years ago

How does Metrogis work?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Metrogis 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Metrogis 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 Metrogis on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.