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| Active Ingredient | METRONIDAZOLE | MICONAZOLE |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTIFUNGALS, MISCELLANEOUS |
| Indications | Bacterial Vaginosis, Trichomonal Vaginitis, Vaginal Candidiasis . |
| Caution | Vaginal burning, irritation. Not to be used during pregnancy particularly the first 3 months. Avoid alcohol during and for at least 24-48 hours after treatment. |
| Dose Range | One applicatorful or one ovule at bedtime for 7 nights. |
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| Breast Feeding |
| Active Ingredient | METRONIDAZOLE |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTIPROTOZOALS, MISCELLANEOUS |
| Indications |
Metronidazole is an antimicrobial drug with high activity against anaerobic bacteria and protozoa. Trichomonas vaginalis. Giardia lambia, Entamoeba histolytica. Active against anaerobic bacteria and More ... |
| Caution |
May be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. May turn urine a reddish-brown colour. For topical use; avoid exposure to strong sunlight or UV light. Common Side effects seen with oral use- More ... |
| Dose Range |
Adult: 400mg every 8 hours for 7 days or 500g every 8 hours ; 800mg in the morning and 1.2g at night; or a single 2g dose. i.v (see category B): Pediatric: 7.5mg/kg every 8 hours. Vaginal gel: One applicatorful once or twice daily for 5 day s. |
| Drug Interactions | Avoid alcohol while taking this drug. The manufacturers recommend that alcohol not be consumed during or for at least 1 day (or at least 3 days with the oral capsules or extended-release oral tablets) More ... |
| Pregnancy |
Use with caution. With systemic use: Manufacturer advises avoidance of high-dos More ... |
| Breast Feeding | Use with caution as therapeutic levels can be found in breastmilk and will produ More ... |