Metronidazole(400 Mg)
Uses
Metronidazole is used to treat infections of the gum and dental cavity, pelvic area, brain, lung, bones, stomach, intestines, genital tract and blood. It is used to treat pressure sores and leg ulcers and prevent infections after surgery.
How it works
Metronidazole belongs to a class of medicines called as nitroimidazole antibiotics. It works by inhibiting energy production and killing the bacteria and parasites that cause infections in the body.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Amoebiasis:
Adults: 400 -800 mg every 8 hours for 5 to 7 days.
Children (>12 years): 35 to 50 mg/kg body weight daily in three divided doses.
Children (<12 years): 7.5 mg/kg body weight.
Giardiasis:
Adults: 200 mg three times a day for 7 to 10 days.
Leg ulcers and pressure sores in adults: 400 mg every 8 hours for 7 days.
Bacterial vaginosis in adults: 400
Metronidazole(400 Mg)
Uses
Metronidazole is used to treat infections of the gum and dental cavity, pelvic area, brain, lung, bones, stomach, intestines, genital tract and blood. It is used to treat pressure sores and leg ulcers and prevent infections after surgery.
How it works
Metronidazole belongs to a class of medicines called as nitroimidazole antibiotics. It works by inhibiting energy production and killing the bacteria and parasites that cause infections in the body.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Amoebiasis:
Adults: 400 -800 mg every 8 hours for 5 to 7 days.
Children (>12 years): 35 to 50 mg/kg body weight daily in three divided doses.
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