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Metroquin F is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Diarrhoea, Giardiasis, Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Metroquin F have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metroquin F. 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.
Some other side effects of Metroquin F have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Metroquin F 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metroquin F is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Metroquin F's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metroquin F related warnings section.
Metroquin F is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Metroquin F contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Metroquin F have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Metroquin F is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Metroquin F 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
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Is the use of Metroquin F safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Metroquin F in pregnant women.
Is the use of Metroquin F safe during breastfeeding?
Metroquin F may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Metroquin F, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Metroquin F.
What is the effect of Metroquin F on the Kidneys?
Metroquin F rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metroquin F on the Liver?
Side effects of Metroquin F rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Metroquin F on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Metroquin F on the heart have been reported.
Metroquin F should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metroquin F unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metroquin F habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Metroquin F has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Metroquin F
It is safe to take Metroquin F with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metroquin F
Taking alcohol with Metroquin F can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 844
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