Leaflet METROGENE 4.5mg dental sponge

Product code:
W13514001
Quantity:
10
Indicated for:
bacterial and protozoal infections
Route of administration:
local hemostasis / dental
Substance:
metronidazole (nitroimidazole antimicrobial)
ATC
A01AB17 — Alimentary tract and metabolism | Stomatological preparations | Stomatological preparations | Antiinfectives and antiseptics for local oral treatment

Precautions:

Dose adjustment in renal impairment

Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.

Anaphylaxis

Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.

Colitis / severe diarrhea

Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.

Metronidazole is an antimicrobial medication used to treat infections caused by protozoa and anaerobic bacteria. It belongs to the nitroimidazole class and works by damaging the DNA of susceptible microorganisms, thereby inhibiting their growth and reproduction.

Metronidazole is indicated for the treatment of conditions such as bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis, giardiasis, amoebiasis, dental infections, abscesses, peritonitis, and postoperative infections. It is also used in combination with other medications to treat Helicobacter pylori infection in gastric ulcers.

The medication is available in the form of tablets, gels, creams, suppositories, or injectable solutions, with the dosage and duration of treatment varying depending on the type and severity of the infection.

Common side effects include nausea, metallic taste, diarrhea, headache, and dizziness. Rarely, allergic reactions or neurological disturbances, such as seizures or peripheral neuropathy, may occur. It is important to avoid alcohol consumption during treatment and for 48 hours after completing it, as it may cause a severe adverse reaction (disulfiram-like effect). Metronidazole should be used as directed by a healthcare provider.

General data about METROGENE 4.5mg

Substance:
metronidazole
Date of latest medicines list:
01-07-2013
Product code:
W13514001
Concentration:
4.5mg
Pharmaceutical form:
dental sponge
Quantity:
10
Product type:
Generic medicine
Prescription status:
S — Medicines dispensed with a restricted medical prescription, reserved for use in certain specialized fields.

Concentrations available for metronidazole

  • 125mg
  • 250mg
  • 4%
  • 4.5mg
  • 500mg
  • 500mg/100ml
  • 5g/l
  • 5mg/ml