Generic for Flagyl for infections - Drug Information

Generic Name - Metronidazole

Category - Anti-Biotics

Indications

Generic Flagyl is indicated to treat infections of the skin, central nervous system, bones and joints, respiratory tract, abdomen, gynecologic, vaginal infection and intestinal infections. Generic Metronidazole kills the bacteria in the body that are causing the infections.

Generic for Flagyl Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Flagyl is contraindicated in patients, with a prior history of hypersensitivity to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drug or any component of this formulation.
Generic Flagyl should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

- Liver disease
- A stomach or intestinal disease or
- Epilepsy or another seizure disorder.

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Flagyl. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

- Blood thinners such as coumadin
- Cholestyramine (questran)
- Cimetidine (Tagamet)
- Disulfiram (Antabuse)
- Lithium (eskalith)
- Phenobarbital
- Phenytoin (Dilantin)

Generic for Flagyl Dosage

The recommended oral dosage of Generic Flagyl for

Trichomoniasis : One-day treatment: 2 grams of Flagyl, taken as a single dose or divided into 2 doses (1 gram each) taken in the same day.
Seven-day course of treatment: 250 milligrams 3 times daily for 7 consecutive days.
Acute Intestinal Amebiasis (Acute Amebic Dysentery)
The usual dose is 750 milligrams taken by mouth 3 times daily for 5 to 10 days.
Amebic Liver Abscess
The usual dose is 500 milligrams or 750 milligrams taken by mouth 3 times daily for 5 to 10 days.
Anaerobic Bacterial Infections
The usual adult oral dosage is 7.5 milligrams per 2.2 pounds of body weight every 6 hours.
The number of tablets or capsules prescribed per-day depends on the strength of the prescription drug Generic Flagyl. In addition, the amount of tablets or capsules taken, the time between doses, and the duration the drug is taken is dependant on the medical problem related to the prescription and the discretion of the physician prescribing the drug. Always follow the instructions given to you by your physician.

Generic for Flagyl Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Flagyl side Effects include clumsiness, dizziness, or unsteadiness, fever or chills, sore throat, numbness, tingling, pain or weakness in the hands or feet, seizures (convulsions), skin rash, itching, vomiting or severe stomach pain.

Generic for Flagyl and Pregnancy

Do not take Flagyl if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. The effects of Generic Flagyl in pregnant women have not been adequately studied.

Generic for Flagyl and Breastfeeding

Generic Flagyl passes into breast milk in small amounts. Although it is not considered harmful to a nursing baby, do not take Flagyl without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Generic for Flagyl and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Flagyl in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Flagyl and Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Flagyl in geriatric patients have not been established.

Note

The above information about Generic Flagyl serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.


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