Avimet
Avimet Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections, Parasitic infections
About Avimet Products
Uses of Avimet Products
Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections. It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.
Avimet Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Avimet are Nausea, Vomiting, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Agitation, Back pain, Blindness, Blurred vision, Altered speech pattern, Confusion, Decreased vision, Depression, Dizziness, Impaired coordination, Seizure, Slurred speech.
How Avimet Products work
Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.
Patient Concerns about Avimet Products
Frequently asked questions about Avimet Products
Frequently asked questions about Metronidazole
Q. What if I give excess Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension by mistake?
An extra dose of Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension does not usually have any side effects. However, you must always be vigilant because overdose increases the risk of unwanted side effects such as seizures, tremors, severe headache, sudden weakness, blood cell abnormalities, and rapid and irregular heartbeat. In case your child develops any of these symptoms, rush to your child’s doctor immediately. Do speak to the doctor if you think you have given too much Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension to your child.
Q. What should I do if my child shows no improvement even after taking Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension for the prescribed duration?
If Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension fails to provide relief to your child, it could mean that the medicine is not able to act against the infection-causing microorganism. In such a case, visit your child’s doctor who may prescribe some other antibiotic that has a stronger impact on the infection-causing agent.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension?
Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Q. What should I tell the doctor before giving Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension to my child?
Inform the doctor if your child had or has heart disease, genetic disorders involving blood cells, seizures, psychiatric disorders, hypothyroidism, and hypoadrenalism. This is because there is a possibility that Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension may aggravate these conditions and result in complications.
Q. My child has been passing red-brown urine ever since he started taking Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension. Is it normal?
Yes, it is normal. Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension contains metronidazole which can cause red-brown urine. It is a harmless side effect. It will subside once the medicine is stopped after completing the treatment.
Q. My child is suffering from a fever. Can I give Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension along with fever medicine?
Yes, Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension does not interact with most of the commonly prescribed fever medicines. Therefore, it is safe to give Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension along with fever medicine. It is best to consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. What all lab tests do my child need to undergo while taking Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension for long-duration therapy?
If your child is taking Avimet 100mg Oral Suspension for long-term therapy, the doctor may prescribe Complete Blood Count (CBC), Liver Function Test (LFT), and Kidney Function Test (KFT).