New Metroquin Tablet
New Metroquin Tablet
Diloxanide (250mg) + Tinidazole (300mg)
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About This Medicine
Product description & overview
The New Metroquin Tablet is a combined antibiotic and antiprotozoal medication, containing Diloxanide furoate (250mg) and Tinidazole (300mg). This pharmaceutical formulation is intended for the treatment of complex protozoal infections, such as Giardiasis and Amoebiasis, as well as anaerobic bacterial infections. The Diloxanide component targets the parasite, while Tinidazole addresses the bacterial infection. The New Metroquin Tablet offers a comprehensive solution for these multi-faceted gastrointestinal infections, combining the therapeutic benefits of both active ingredients. Its use should be under the supervision of a healthcare professional, as proper monitoring is essential to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Active composition
Diloxanide 250 mg
+1 more active ingredient
About Diloxanide
Diloxanide is an antiprotozoal agent used to treat intestinal amoebiasis and worm infections. It works by destroying the cysts of amoeba in the intestine. Its clinical relevance lies in effectively managing parasitic infections. In summary, Diloxanide is essential for treating intestinal infections.
How It Works
Diloxanide disrupts the amoebic cell wall, leading to the death of the parasite.
All Active Ingredients
Tinidazole
Tinidazole enters microbial cells and generates reactive intermediates that disrupt DNA structure, leading to cell death.
Dosage & How to Use
Dosage information not available. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Safety Advice
Important precautions
Side Effect Occurrence
Based on clinical trials and patient reports.
Overall Tolerance
Most patients tolerate well
Common Side Effects
Safety Advice
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol while taking New Metroquin Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
High Risk
Pregnancy
New Metroquin Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Medical Advice
Driving
New Metroquin Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. New Metroquin Tablet may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.
Exercise Caution
Liver
New Metroquin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of New Metroquin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular Checkup
Breastfeeding
Information regarding the use of New Metroquin Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Consult Doctor
Kidney
There is limited information available on the use of New Metroquin Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Regular Checkup
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