FLAGYL 400mg Tablet contains Metronidazole 400 mg. It is an antiprotozoal and antibacterial medicine used to treat infections caused by anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites by damaging their DNA and stopping their growth.
Uses:
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Treatment of amoebiasis (amoebic dysentery).
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Treatment of giardiasis.
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Treatment of trichomoniasis.
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Treatment of anaerobic bacterial infections.
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Treatment of dental infections caused by anaerobic bacteria.
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Treatment of certain gastrointestinal infections.
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Treatment of bacterial vaginosis (as prescribed).
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Used in combination therapy for Helicobacter pylori infection (stomach ulcer-causing bacteria).
Dose:
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Adults: Usually 400–500 mg 2–3 times daily depending on the type of infection, or as directed by a physician.
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Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by a healthcare professional.
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Complete the full course of treatment even if symptoms improve.
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Avoid alcohol during treatment and for at least 48–72 hours after completing the course, unless advised otherwise by a doctor.
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Dose and duration depend on the patient's condition and response to treatment.
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Do not stop or change the dose without medical advice.