General Information on Flagyl
Flagyl is used to treat and prevent several types of infections caused by bacteria. It is also used to treat protozoan and certain bacterial infections caused by anaerobic bacteria after surgery of the gut and gynecological surgery. The generic name of this drug is Metronidazole.
Metronidazole, the main active ingredient in the drug belongs to a family of drugs known as Nitroimidazoles. It enters the bacterial cells and destroys DNA of infection-causing bacteria, preventing the bacterium from developing new genetic structure. This, in turn, leads to the death of the micro-organisms.
Flagyl is available in the form a tablet and an oral suspension. The tablet is available in two different strengths, Flagyl 200mg and Flagyl 400mg, while the oral suspension is available in 200mg/5mL strength.
You can buy Flagyl to treat bacterial infections. The drug will only work to cure infections caused by bacteria and specific micro organisms. It does not cure viral infections or infections caused by other microorganisms. Therefore, you should consult your doctor before using the medication.
Side effects of Flagyl
You should not use Flagyl if you are allergic to any ingredient present in the drug. People with medical problems such as Crohn’s disease, liver disease, leukopenia, anemia, nerve disorders, or epilepsy or other seizure disorders should tell their doctor about their medical condition before using the drug. Your doctor may have to perform special tests and/or adjust the dosage to ensure that the drug is safe in these conditions.
Flagyl may cause mild to severe side effects in some people. Diarrhea, loss of balance, stomach pain, dizziness, unpleasant metallic taste, stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, cough, sore or swollen tongue, or vaginal itching or discharge are some less serious side effects associated with this drug.
Some people may also experience severe side effects during treatment. Numbness/tingling sensation in your feet or hands, pain or burning sensation while passing urine, watery or bloody diarrhea, sores or white patches on your lips or inside your mouth, pain behind your eyes or vision problems, or mood or behavior changes are some severe side effects associated with this drug.
Flagyl may also cause other serious side effects such as slurred speech, vomiting and nausea, seizure, muscle twitching, confusion, fever, chills, neck stiffness, increased sensitivity to light, drowsiness, or severe skin reactions (such as blistering or peeling of the skin or purple or red rash that spreads in the upper body area or face).
Dosage of Flagyl
The dosage of Flagyl differs from person to person. Your doctor will give you specific instructions regarding the dosage. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water during or after your meal.
If you are using Flagyl oral suspension, you need to take the recommended dose, at least, 1 hour before meal. The dosage of tablets and oral suspension is generally recommended for 7 days. Do not take the medication in larger quantity or for longer periods than recommended by your doctor.
Interactions
If you are using other medicines, there is a possibility that Flagyl may interact with them and cause side effects. Flagyl may interact with medicines such as Warfarin, Antabuse(R), some anticancer drugs, Phenytoin, Cimetidine, Phenobarbitone, Lithium, and Cyclosporin. Before you buy Flagyl, tell doctor about every medication that you are using to reduce the risk of unwanted drug interactions.
Pharmacist Notes: Pack size of Canadian Metronidazole is 500 tablets. We will dispense in vials for orders under 500 pills.
