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Wometro, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis. Wometro also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wometro. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Wometro are Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Wometro can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Wometro are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Wometro's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Wometro related warnings talks about Wometro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Wometro 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. Other contraindications of Wometro have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Wometro may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Wometro is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Wometro 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 Wometro safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Wometro safely.
Is the use of Wometro safe during breastfeeding?
Wometro may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Wometro, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Wometro.
What is the effect of Wometro on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Wometro on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Wometro on the Liver?
Wometro has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Wometro on the Heart?
Wometro is rarely harmful for the heart.
Wometro 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 Wometro unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wometro habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Wometro has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Wometro, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Wometro can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Wometro is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Wometro in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Wometro
Taking Wometro with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wometro
Consumption of alcohol and Wometro together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Wometro may be carcinogenic (cancer-causing) if taken beyond prescribed dosage. As per FDA reports, it has shown cancer-causing properties in rats and mice in clinical trials. Therefore, take this medicine strictly as per instructions and do not use it unnecessarily.
No, Wometro does not cause infertility. There is no evidence suggesting infertility in connection with this drug.
Wometro 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.
Wometro 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.
Wometro 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.
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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
