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Download a PDF for this medicationMetronidazole (Flagyl) 1g 1 suppository
Metronidazole is an antibiotic and is used to treat certain types of infections.These include infections caused by bacteria of the blood, brain, bone, lung, stomach lining and pelvic area, following childbirth or in a wound following an operationurinary or genital infections caused by a parasite, Trichomonasgenital infection in women caused by bacteriathe parasitic diseases amoebiasisthe disease giardiasisgum and teeth infectionsinfected leg ulcers or pressure sores.stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori.or prevent infections occurring after operations.
Metronidazole is also used to prevent infections occurring after surgery.
To treat:
Infections, caused by bacteria of the blood, brain, bone, lung, stomach lining and pelvic area, following childbirth or in a wound following an operation urinary or genital infections caused by a parasite, Trichomonas
Genital infection in women caused by bacteria
The parasitic diseases amoebiasis
The disease giardiasis
Gum and teeth infections
Infected leg ulcers or pressure sores.
Stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori.
To prevent infections occurring after operations
Infections, caused by bacteria of the blood, brain, bone, lung, stomach lining and pelvic area, following childbirth or in a wound following an operation urinary or genital infections caused by a parasite, Trichomonas
Genital infection in women caused by bacteria
The parasitic diseases amoebiasis
The disease giardiasis
Gum and teeth infections
Infected leg ulcers or pressure sores.
Stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori.
To prevent infections occurring after operations
Contact your doctor at once if you notice any of the following side effects:
Allergic reactions: skin rash, which may be itchy, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, fever or difficulty in breathing.
Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following side effects or notice any other effects not listed:
Blood: your medicine may alter the numbers and types of your blood cells. If you notice increased bruising, nosebleeds, sore throats or infections, you should tell your doctor who might want you to have a blood test.
Nervous system: drowsiness, dizziness, headache, poor co-ordination or muscle control, hallucinations, double vision, short sightedness, confusion, depression, ‘pins and needles’, fits, numbness, tingling, pain or a feeling of weakness in the arms or legs.
Stomach and intestines: unpleasant taste in the mouth, furred tongue, taste disorders, mouth ulcers, feeling or being sick, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, stomach pain and upset stomach.
Liver and bile ducts: jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes), inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis causing very severe abdominal pains), changes in liver function tests.
Skin: skin rashes, itching, small pus-containing blisters, erythema multiforme (circular, irregular red patches).
Muscles and bones: muscle and joint pain.
Kidneys and urinary system: darkening of the urine.
If you notice any side effects, they get worse, or if you notice any not listed, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Allergic reactions: skin rash, which may be itchy, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, fever or difficulty in breathing.
Tell your doctor if you notice any of the following side effects or notice any other effects not listed:
Blood: your medicine may alter the numbers and types of your blood cells. If you notice increased bruising, nosebleeds, sore throats or infections, you should tell your doctor who might want you to have a blood test.
Nervous system: drowsiness, dizziness, headache, poor co-ordination or muscle control, hallucinations, double vision, short sightedness, confusion, depression, ‘pins and needles’, fits, numbness, tingling, pain or a feeling of weakness in the arms or legs.
Stomach and intestines: unpleasant taste in the mouth, furred tongue, taste disorders, mouth ulcers, feeling or being sick, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, stomach pain and upset stomach.
Liver and bile ducts: jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes), inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis causing very severe abdominal pains), changes in liver function tests.
Skin: skin rashes, itching, small pus-containing blisters, erythema multiforme (circular, irregular red patches).
Muscles and bones: muscle and joint pain.
Kidneys and urinary system: darkening of the urine.
If you notice any side effects, they get worse, or if you notice any not listed, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Store below 20°C protect from light.
Do not use Metronidazole tablets after the expiry date stated on the label/carton/bottle. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
Store below 20°C protect from light.
Do not use Metronidazole tablets after the expiry date stated on the label/carton/bottle. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
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