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Metronidazole – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ANAZOL
Strength: 250 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 7.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Metronidazole

Class: | Antimicrobial agent (Nitroimidazole) Use: | Treatment of anaerobic bacterial infections, protozoal infections (e.g., Trichomoniasis, Giardiasis), and certain infections caused by susceptible organisms (e.g., bacterial vaginosis, Clostridium difficile). Adult dose: | 750 mg to 1,500 mg per day in divided doses for most infections; specific dosing may vary based on infection type and severity. Pediatric dose: | 7.5 mg/kg/day (up to 500 mg) in divided doses for children; specific dos

Drug Class

Antimicrobial agent (Nitroimidazole)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of anaerobic bacterial infections, protozoal infections (e.g., Trichomoniasis, Giardiasis), and certain infections caused by susceptible organisms (e.g., bacterial vaginosis, Clostridium difficile).

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Jazeera Pharmaceutical Industries, SAUDI ARABIA

Package Size

20's (10's Blister x 2)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 7.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

750 mg to 1,500 mg per day in divided doses for most infections; specific dosing may vary based on infection type and severity.

Pediatric Dose

7.5 mg/kg/day (up to 500 mg) in divided doses for children; specific dosing may vary based on infection type and severity.

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, metallic taste, and potential for peripheral neuropathy with prolonged use.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to metronidazole or other nitroimidazoles; first trimester of pregnancy; use with alcohol (risk of disulfiram-like reaction).

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with liver disease; may cause seizures or encephalopathy in rare cases; monitor for signs of peripheral neuropathy with long-term use.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Metronidazole available in UAE pharmacies:

0.5% W/V METRONIDAZOLE INJECTION USP 5 mg/ml Solution For Infusion AMRIZOLE 250 mg Tablets AMRIZOLE 5 mg/ml Solution For Infusion ANAZOL 200 mg/5ml Oral Suspension ANAZOL 250 mg Tablets ANAZOL 250 mg Tablets ANAZOL 500 mg Tablets ANERO 500 mg Tablets ASIAZOL 500 mg Tablets DUMOZOL 10 mg/g Cream

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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