Flagyl Er Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Flagyl Er 600 MG Description

Flagyl Er Tablet is an anti-infective medicine. It is used in treating infections of various parts of the body caused by many microorganisms, including bacteria and amoeba-like organisms (protozoan p

arasites). Flagyl Er Tablet contains metronidazole as its active ingredient. This medicine is not recommended to be used by pregnant women and lactating mothers and should be used with caution in elderly patients. Flagyl Er Tablet should be taken as instructed by the doctor. You should complete the entire treatment with this medicine as prescribed by the doctor and not stop taking this medicine abruptly, even if you feel better.

Product Summary

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Contains	Metronidazole(600.0 Mg)
Uses	Bacterial and prasitic infections
Side effects	Headache, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, metallic taste
Therapy	ANTI-AMOEBIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Flagyl Er 600 MG

Flagyl Er Tablet is used to treat parasitic infections such as amoebiasis.
It is used to prevent sexually transmitted infections such as urogenital trichomoniasis or giardiasis.
It is also used to treat infections of the gums, teeth and skin due to various infective microorganisms.

Contraindications of Flagyl Er 600 MG

If you are allergic to metronidazole or other ingredients of the Flagyl Er Tablet.
If you are pregnant (first trimester) or are breastfeeding.
If you are suffering from a bacterial infection in the vagina.

Side effects of Flagyl Er 600 MG

Headache
Vomiting
Abdominal cramps
Eating disorder
Unpleasant taste
Pain or stomach discomfort

Precautions and Warnings of Flagyl Er 600 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Flagyl Er Tablet during pregnancy?

Flagyl Er Tablet should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the 1st trimester of pregnancy. However, the doctor may prescribe you with this medicine after accessing the benefit of the treatment over risk to the baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Flagyl Er Tablet while breastfeeding?

Metronidazole passes into the breastmilk, hence it is advised not to breastfeed during the treatment with Flagyl Er Tablet and for at least for a day after the treatment has been discontinued.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Flagyl Er Tablet?

You may feel dizzy, drowsy, confusion, hallucination, visual disturbance or sometimes fits after taking Flagyl Er Tablet. So, it is advised to be cautious while driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Flagyl Er Tablet?

The consumption of alcohol along with Flagyl Er Tablet can lead to the chances of disulfiram-like reaction where you may experience low blood pressure, hot flushes, nausea, shortness of breath and som...
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It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption during the treatment. You should not be consuming alcohol during the treatment and at least for 48 hours after the treatment with Flagyl Er.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You suffer from blood disorders like blood-fluid imbalance (dyscrasias) or porphyria.
You had or have a history of fits or epilepsy.
You are taking the Tablet for more than 10 days.
You are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
You experience infections after taking the Flagyl Er 400 mg medicine.
You have peripheral neuropathy (abnormal, painful sensations like pins and needles).
You have liver or kidney disease or are on dialysis.
You are suffering from Cockayne syndrome (growth retardation, impaired development of the brain and sensitivity to sunlight).
You are an alcoholic and must avoid alcohol during the treatment and at least after 48 hours of discontinuation of the treatment.

Mode of Action of Flagyl Er 600 MG

How Does It Work?

Flagyl Er Tablet acts by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites which are responsible for infection by interrupting the DNA and causing the DNA strands to break.

Directions for Use of Flagyl Er 600 MG

Flagyl Er Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results. Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your do...

Interactions of Flagyl Er 600 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Flagyl Er Tablet when taking along with Lithium which is used to treat psychiatric disorders can cause kidney damage.
Concomitant use of Flagyl Er Tablet with anticoagulants like Warfarin may potentiate the anticoagulant effects.
Concomitant use of disulfiram which is used to treat alcohol addiction can cause mental disorders like hallucinations, etc.
Concomitant use of Flagyl Er Tablet can reduce the efficacy of oral contraceptives. Thus, a physical barrier should be used for effective contraception.
Be cautious if you are taking immunosuppressants like Ciclosporin with Flagyl Er Tablet as it can increase the levels of ciclosporin in the body.
Other medicines which may affect the activity of Flagyl Er Tablet are antacids like Cimetidine, Fluorouracil to treat cancer, Phenytoin or Primidone to treat fits or epilepsy.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are giving to your child currently to avoid any possible drug interactions.

Storage and disposal of Flagyl Er 600 MG

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Flagyl Er 600 MG

Overdose

Overdose of Flagyl Er Tablet can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss, disturbance in taste, headache, dizziness, drowsiness and lack of sleep. If you think you have taken too much of this m...

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose ...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can Flagyl Er Tablet be used to treat Urinary tract infection?

A: No, Flagyl Er Tablet cannot be used to treat Urinary tract infection.

Q: Is Flagyl Er Tablet addictive?

A: No, Flagyl Er Tablet is not an addiction-causing medicine. However, it should be used as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.

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FLAGYL

Country of Origin

India

Expires on or After

29/09/2025

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