Metropen
Metropen Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections, Parasitic infections
About Metropen Products
Uses of Metropen 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.
Metropen Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Metropen 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 Metropen Products work
Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.
Patient Concerns about Metropen Products
Frequently asked questions about Metropen Products
Frequently asked questions about Metronidazole
Q. How long does Metropen 400mg Tablet take to work?
Usually, Metropen 400mg Tablet starts working within 1 hour of its ingestion. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Metropen 400mg Tablet. If you do not experience any significant reduction in your symptoms, consult your doctor.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while using Metropen 400mg Tablet?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Metropen 400mg Tablet. Moreover, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (disulfiram like reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.
Q. Can the use of Metropen 400mg Tablet cause metallic taste?
Yes, Metropen 400mg Tablet may cause a temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by staying hydrated, brushing teeth after the meals and chewing sugar-free gum or mints.
Q. What if I take more than the recommended dose of Metropen 400mg Tablet?
If you have taken Metropen 400mg Tablet in excess (more than the recommended dose), immediately contact your doctor or report to the nearest hospital. Overdose of Metropen 400mg Tablet may cause loss of appetite, metallic taste, headache, dizziness, insomnia or drowsiness.
Q. Can I stop taking Metropen 400mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Metropen 400mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Hence, if you stop taking the medicine before completing the course, your infection may come back. Consult your doctor before you stop taking Metropen 400mg Tablet and follow their advice.
Q. What if there is no improvement after using Metropen 400mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you did not feel better after completing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him/her if your symptoms are getting worse during the treatment.