{"id":18751,"date":"2017-12-06T16:17:10","date_gmt":"2017-12-06T10:47:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18751"},"modified":"2018-08-02T14:22:45","modified_gmt":"2018-08-02T08:52:45","slug":"flagyl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zovon.com\/?p=18751","title":{"rendered":"Flagyl \u2013 Information, Uses, Side Effects and Dosage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Trade Name:<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>Flagyl<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Category: <\/strong>Antibiotic and Antiprotozoal<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Generic Name: <\/strong>metronidazole<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Introduction and Quick Information:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Flagyl is an antibiotic and antiprotozoal medicine that is used for the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and parasites in various body parts. Sexually transmitted infections like trichomoniasis and bacterial\u00a0vaginosis can also be treated by using Flagyl. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of nucleic acid by disrupting the microbial DNA. This results in breakage of DNA strand and the microbe gets killed.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Is It Approved by U.S. FDA?\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Flagyl was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on 18<sup>th<\/sup> July 1963. <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Usage and Benefits of Flagyl:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Being an antibiotic, Flagyl can be used for treating a number of diseases, like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Bacterial vaginosis<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Trichomoniasis<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Amoebic infections in children<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Crohn\u2019s disease (off-label use)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Pelvic inflammatory disease.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Flagyl Side Effects:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Some of the commonly observed side-effects related to Flagyl use are discussed below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Abdominal cramps<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Heartburn<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Metallic taste in mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Trouble sleeping<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Trouble with swallowing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Dry mouth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you experience any side-effect other than those listed above, please consult your healthcare provider.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">People suffering from a nervous disorder, liver disease, anemia or epilepsy are required to take special precautions before taking Flagyl medication. Doctor\u2019s advice will be highly beneficial for them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>General Recommended Dosage of Flagyl:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Follow the instructions given by your\u00a0doctor while taking the medicine as the dose is recommended according to your current medical condition. Flagyl tablets should be swallowed as a whole. It should not be crushed or broken.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Miss the Dose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">If you miss your dose and it is almost time for your next\u00a0scheduled dose, we recommend you to skip the missed dose and continue with your next scheduled dose.You should not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose as that can result in overdose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>In Case I Take Overdose?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Overdose should be avoided at all costs. Sometimes people take extra dose intentionally, to make up for the missed dose missed or, unintentionally. Whatsoever is the case, the result is harmful and therefore, medical attention should be sought immediately. Vomiting, loss of balance or coordination, dizziness, numbness and tingling, and seizures are some of the symptoms of overdose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Drug Interactions of Flagyl:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Some of the drugs that interact with Flagyl are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">albuterol sulfate (Accuneb)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">ondansetron hydrochloride (Zofran)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">amoxicillin (Amoxil)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">alprazolam (Xanax)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">aspirin (Aspirin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">acetaminophen (Tylenol)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">atenolol(Tenormin)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">levothyroxine sodium (Synthroid)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">lisinopril (<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Lisinopril)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">levofloxacin (Levaquin)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Lifestyle and Food Habits You Must Follow When on Flagyl:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Visit your doctor for regular check up, so that he can assess your medical condition and the efficacy of treatment. Consume a balanced diet that will help your body in strengthening your immune system.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Consumption of alcohol and products containing propylene glycol should be avoided while on Flagyl and up to 3 days after stopping the treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">There is a possibility that the drug might cause dizziness. Therefore, driving, using heavy machinery and other such works that require alertness should be avoided.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This drug might interfere with the working of live bacterial vaccines like typhoid vaccine. therefore, it is advised not to go for any vaccination while on the drug, unless recommended by a doctor.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>How safe is Flagyl for pregnant women or Nursing mothers?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Flagyl comes in the U.S. FDA category B, which means that it might be given during pregnancy. If the mother has bacterial vaginosis or trichomoniasis, then the use of Flagyl is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy. During second and third trimesters of pregnancy, use is not recommended, unless it is absolutely necessary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Since the drug gets secreted in breast milk, the drug should not be taken by nursing mothers. If the mother undergoes a single dose treatment, then she should avoid breastfeeding for 12 to 24 hours.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Complications and Conditions Possible Due to Prolonged Use of Flagyl:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Flagyl should not be taken for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. Prolonged use of Flagyl can result in seizures, aseptic meningitis, encephalopathy, superinfection, and neuropathies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><strong>Availability of Flagyl:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">In the U.S., Pfizer markets Flagyl as a prescription drug in the form of tablets, capsules, and extended-release tablets at various government controlled health centers and medical stores across the country.\u00a0 Flagyl is also available as an injectable form.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Drug Trade Name:\u00a0Flagyl Category: Antibiotic and Antiprotozoal Generic Name: metronidazole Introduction and Quick Information: Flagyl is an antibiotic and antiprotozoal medicine that is used for the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and parasites in various body parts. Sexually transmitted infections like trichomoniasis and bacterial\u00a0vaginosis can also be treated by using Flagyl. 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