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Metronidazole – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: METRONIDAZOLE
Strength: 5 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 4.65
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Metronidazole

Class: | Antimicrobial agent, Nitroimidazole derivative Use: | Treatment of anaerobic bacterial infections, certain protozoal infections (e.g., amebiasis, giardiasis), and as part of combination therapy for Helicobacter pylori eradication Adult dose: | 500 mg to 750 mg IV every 8 hours, depending on the severity of the infection Pediatric dose: | 7.5 mg/kg IV every 8 hours; not to exceed adult doses Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, metallic

Drug Class

Antimicrobial agent, Nitroimidazole derivative

Uses & Indications

Treatment of anaerobic bacterial infections, certain protozoal infections (e.g., amebiasis, giardiasis), and as part of combination therapy for Helicobacter pylori eradication

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F), protect from light, do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Baxter Healthcare Corporation (Deerfield), U.S.A

Package Size

1 Injection x 100ml

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 4.65

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

500 mg to 750 mg IV every 8 hours, depending on the severity of the infection

Pediatric Dose

7.5 mg/kg IV every 8 hours; not to exceed adult doses

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, metallic taste, peripheral neuropathy

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to metronidazole or other nitroimidazoles, first trimester of pregnancy (unless benefits outweigh risks)

Important Warnings

Potential for neurotoxicity with prolonged use, risk of seizures, avoid alcohol during treatment and for at least 48 hours after completion due to disulfiram-like reaction, monitor for signs of superinfection or Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea

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

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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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