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Metronidazole Injection
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What is Metronidazole?
Active Ingredients: Metronidazole
Metronidazole Injection is used to treat serious infections caused by anaerobic bacteria or protozoa. It is prescribed to treat infections in many parts of the body, such as the gastrointestinal tract, bones, joints, and nervous system. This drug is also used with other medications to treat ulcers caused by H. pylori.
Metronidazole is also used as prophylaxis to prevent infection certain for patients undergoing colorectal surgery.
Metronidazole is a broad-spectrum nitroimidazole with antiparasitic and antimicrobial properties. Though its exact mechanism of action is unknown, it is known to work by inhibiting nucleic acid synthesis. Metronidazole shows activity against gram-negative anaerobic bacteria, gram-positive anaerobic bacteria, and protozoa.
AdvaCare Pharma is a GMP-certified producer and exporter of Metronidazole Injection. We offer a wide range of high-quality and cost-effective medical products that are available for distribution. These medications have been manufactured in our facilities in China, India, and the USA.
Why are we a quality Metronidazole manufacturer?
AdvaCare Pharma is a leading GMP-certified manufacturer of Metronidazole Injection. For 20 years, we have been in the business of making affordable and sustainable products to improve healthcare worldwide. Our control of the supply chain is data-driven and methodical, supported by highly skilled teams of professionals.
Uses
What is Metronidazole used for?
It's used to treat certain anaerobic bacterial infections, such as
- intra-abdominal infection (including peritonitis)
- skin and skin structure infections
- gynecologic infections (including endometritis)
- bacterial septicemia
- bone and joint infections, as adjuvant therapy
- central nervous system infections (including meningitis)
- lower respiratory tract infection (including pneumonia)
It's also used as prophylaxis for contaminated or potentially contaminated bowel surgery.
How are Metronidazole Injections used?
This medication has been manufactured as a solution to be administered intravenously. It is to be administered by a healthcare professional in the hospital or clinic setting.
What dose should be given?
For infections, the usual dose for adults is 500-1000mg, given every 6 hours, for 7 to 10 days. The maximum dosage is 4g in 24 hours.
The usual dose for children is 22.5-40mg/kg/day, given every 8 hours.
Refer to a doctor or pharmacist for guidelines on dosage. Do not exceed what they advise.
Side Effects
As with all pharmaceuticals, some unwanted effects can occur from the use of Metronidazole Injection.
Common side effects include, but may not be limited to:
- swelling near the injection site
- unusual taste
- vomiting
- diarrhea
- thirst
- loss of appetite
- tingling sensation
Serious side effects may include:
- signs of an allergic reaction
- signs of a new infection
- problems with urination
- confusion or lightheadedness
- vaginal itching or discharge
- neurologic issues (with long-term usage)
For a comprehensive list of all side effects, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
If any symptom persists or gets worse, or you notice any other symptoms, please call your doctor.
Precautions
Do NOT use Metronidazole Injection if:
- You are allergic to metronidazole or any other ingredient.
- You are pregnant in the first trimester.
- You have used disulfiram in the last 2 weeks.
- You are using alcohol or propylene glycol products.
Due to possible drug interactions, consult with your doctor about any medications you are taking before your treatment.
This medication may not be suitable for people with certain conditions, so it is important to consult with a doctor if you have any health conditions.
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Why AdvaCare Pharma?
As an industry leader, we are aware of our responsibility to provide affordable and sustainable solutions to improve healthcare worldwide.