"Metronidazole" - the instruction to the drug should be understandable

There are a number of very unpleasant, but, unfortunately, common diseases, which must be treated immediately. Antiprotozoal and antimicrobial agents are used to fight a number of microbes, one of which is Metronidazole, known among the inhabitants. The application instruction for the preparation contains information on the assignment of the active substance of the drug to the derivatives of 5-nitroimidazole. Externally, the active substance of the drug looks like a greenish crystalline powder. They release the drug "Metronidazole" in the following forms:

• Tablets with and without shell;
• Suspensions;
• Powders for the preparation of solutions and ready-made solutions for infusion and intravenous administration;
• Candles vaginal;
• Vaginal tablets;
• Creams;
• External and vaginal gels.

Pharmacological properties

Properties of Metronidazole are based on the ability to penetrate into the body of a microorganism and stimulate the synthesis of its constituent DNA (nucleic acids). The result of such an impact is the death of the bacterium, and, consequently, the recovery.

Indications for use

In protozoal infections, infections of the central nervous system, bones, joints, skin and soft tissue infections, as well as ulcers of the digestive tract of bacterial origin, doctors appoint Metronidazole. The instruction provides the following indications:

• Trichomoniasis;
• Giardiasis;
• Trichomonas urethritis;
• Abscesses of internal female sexual organs, liver;
• Endometritis;
• peritonitis;
• gastritis;
• sepsis.

In addition, among the indications are postoperative conditions, as well as other diseases, inflammations associated with the vital activity of microorganisms.

The drug "Metronidazole" - contraindications

Contraindications for the use of "Metronidazole" are few. These include:

• epilepsy;
• Defeat of the organic type of the nervous system;
• Kidney failure;
• lactation;
• Allergic reactions to active or auxiliary substances of the drug;
• pregnancy;
• Leukopenia.

Especially dangerous is the drug "Metronidazole" for pregnant women and fetuses in the first trimester. During this period, taking medication can provoke miscarriage, fetal fading and other negative consequences.

Dosing and Administration

Determines the way of using such a drug as "Metronidazole", the instruction. For each form of release, the intake and dosage regimen is determined separately.

Pills

Tablets are prescribed courses of 1 tablet up to three times in one day. More often they are taken at the rate of 0.25 mg twice or thrice a day. The course of treatment can be determined from three to ten days. The final dosage regimen, as well as the method of admission, is determined by the attending physician.

In vaginal infections, doctors prescribe the patient gel, suppositories, vaginal tablets and "Metronidazole" cream. The instruction prescribes the use of funds if the total sexual rest is observed at 2 g once a day, or 500 mg twice a day. Typically, the course of treatment is ten days, but in some cases it can be reduced.

Outer gels and creams are used for several weeks and even months, the application continues even if the therapeutic effect manifests in order to avoid relapse.

The order of injections is determined by the doctor, based on the severity of the disease and the patient's condition.

Side effects

Side effects may include:

• Disorders of the digestive system;
• Disruption of the CNS;
• Problems with the urinary system;
• Allergies;
• Other types of manifestations of a negative nature.

"Metronidazole" is an effective medicine, but the doctor must prescribe the drug. Uncontrolled drug intake can lead to severe disorders and require long-term treatment.