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Metronidazole – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: RIAZOLE
Strength: 250 mg | Form: Tablets
Price in UAE: AED 6.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Metronidazole

Class: | Antibiotic (Nitroimidazole) Use: | Treatment of bacterial infections, including anaerobic infections, and certain protozoal infections such as amoebiasis and giardiasis. Adult dose: | 750 mg to 1,500 mg per day divided into 2 to 3 doses for 7 to 10 days, depending on the infection being treated. Pediatric dose: | 30 mg/kg/day divided into 3 doses for 5 to 10 days, not to exceed 1,500 mg per day. Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, and

Drug Class

Antibiotic (Nitroimidazole)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of bacterial infections, including anaerobic infections, and certain protozoal infections such as amoebiasis and giardiasis.

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: Riyadh Pharma (Medical and Cosmetic Products Company Ltd.), SAUDI ARABIA

Package Size

20's Plastic Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 6.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

750 mg to 1,500 mg per day divided into 2 to 3 doses for 7 to 10 days, depending on the infection being treated.

Pediatric Dose

30 mg/kg/day divided into 3 doses for 5 to 10 days, not to exceed 1,500 mg per day.

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, and metallic taste.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to metronidazole or any component of the formulation; first trimester of pregnancy; alcohol consumption during treatment and for at least 48 hours after completion.

Important Warnings

Potential for neurotoxicity with prolonged use; may cause seizures or peripheral neuropathy; caution in patients with liver impairment; avoid alcohol during treatment due to risk of disulfiram-like reaction.

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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