Riazole 125Mg | 100Ml Suspension

Riazole 

Metronidazole is one of the most popular antibiotics used to eliminate bacterial and parasitic infections. It kills bacteria by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA in the bacterial cell.

Metronidazole is used to treat bacterial infections of the stomach, intestines, and the rest of the digestive system, skin, joints, respiratory tract, reproductive system infections, etc., but it is not used to treat fungal or viral infections, such as influenza, as misuse may cause a generation of resistant bacteria for antibiotics.

What are the uses of Riazole?

Metronidazole has many uses, including:

     Treatment of vaginitis caused by Gardnerella vaginalis.

     Treatment of pseudomembranous colitis associated with antibiotic use.

     Treatment of Clostridium difficile, which is caused by diarrhea.

     Trichomoniasis treatment.

     Treatment of pelvic inflammatory disease.

     Septicemia treatment.

     Prophylaxis before intestinal surgery.

Metronidazole syrup for children

Metronidazole syrup for children is used to treat infections caused by some types of anaerobic microbes and bacteria, including:

     amoebiasis

     Bacterial colitis caused by Clostridium difficile.

     Helicobacter pylori infection.

     Trichomoniasis.

     Giardia infection in the gastrointestinal tract.

Metronidazole for teeth

Metronidazole treats infections caused by anaerobic bacteria, such as gum infections or dental infections, in combination with other antibiotics.

Metronidazole for infants

Metronidazole is not used for infants except after consulting a doctor, as he determines the correct dose according to the weight of the infant.

Metronidazole for diarrhea

Metronidazole is frequently used in cases of diarrhea, as adults can take 1500-2000 mg daily, knowing that this drug is taken one hour before or two hours after eating.

What are the contraindications for the use of Riazole ?

Metronidazole should not be used in the following cases:

     Suffering from hypersensitivity to any component of this drug.

     Alcohol or disulfiram addiction.

What are the side effects of Riazole?

The following side effects may occur when taking metronidazole:

     Headache.

     Insomnia.

     indigestion

     Metallic taste in the mouth.

     drowsiness.

     Skin rash.

     dark urine

What are the precautions for using Riazole?

The following precautions should be taken when using this remedy:

     Metronidazole should not be used in the absence of a proven or strongly suspected bacterial or parasitic infection, to avoid the risk of developing drug-resistant bacteria and parasites.

     You should adhere to the doses prescribed by the doctor and avoid prolonging the treatment period in order to prevent oral infections or candidiasis.

     Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine because the combination of both may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and headache, and it should also be avoided for 3 days after finishing metronidazole.

     This medicine is used with caution and under medical supervision in case of suffering from the following diseases:

         Meningitis.

         Peripheral neuropathy.

         Liver diseases.

         Kidney disease.

         fungal infections

         Hematopathy.

         Previous or current seizures.

Metronidazole and pregnancy

It is forbidden to use metronidazole in the first three months of pregnancy, even if the pregnant woman has trichomoniasis. As for the remaining six months, this medicine should be used only when necessary and under the supervision of a doctor.

What are the drug interactions of Riazole?

It is preferable to tell the doctor or pharmacist about all medications, herbs, vitamins, and nutritional supplements that are being taken before starting treatment. It is also recommended not to coincide with the following medications:

     Oral anticoagulants.

     Alcohol.

     cisapride;

     lithium.

     busulfan.

     Cimetidine, as it increases the concentration of metronidazole in the blood.

     Some vaccines, such as the tuberculosis vaccine and the cholera vaccine.

What are the doses of Riazole and how to use?

The doctor determines the appropriate dose for each person according to his health condition, knowing that the usual doses are as follows:

The general dosage for metronidazole use for adults

Metronidazole is used for adults according to the following doses:

     Oral dose: 500-750 mg 3 times a day for 7-10 days.

     Vaginal dosage: One suppository vaginally once daily at bedtime.

     Intravenous infusion: The doctor prescribes the appropriate dose according to each patient's weight and state of health.

The general dosage for metronidazole use for children

Metronidazole is used for children according to the following doses:

     Oral dose: 15-50 mg/kg/day.

     Intravenous dose: 22.5-40 mg/kg/day.

What are the dosage forms of Riazole?

Tablets 250 mg of metronidazole, tablets of 500 mg of metronidazole

What are the storage conditions for Riazole?

This medicine should be kept in closed containers at a temperature of 25 ° C, away from light and heat, and out of the reach of children.

How to use Riazole

Instructions for using metronidazole orally and intravenously

The following instructions should be followed when using metronidazole orally and intravenously:

     Oral metronidazole should be taken with food to reduce the chance of stomach upset.

     Metronidazole injections are taken intravenously over a period of time ranging from half an hour to an hour.

     Prolonged sun exposure should be avoided, and protective clothing and sunscreen glasses should be worn, since metronidazole increases the skin's sensitivity to sunlight.

     You should stop taking it and see a specialist doctor if this medicine causes severe and frequent diarrhea.

     Additional methods of contraception should be used during pregnancy