Flagyl 600mg Tablet contains Metronidazole 600mg, an antimicrobial belonging to the nitroimidazole class.

Metronidazole is active against susceptible anaerobic bacteria and certain protozoa. Within susceptible microorganisms, the drug is converted into reactive metabolites that damage microbial DNA. This interferes with DNA synthesis and ultimately inhibits or destroys susceptible microorganisms.

Flagyl 600mg should be used only when metronidazole is appropriate for the diagnosed or suspected infection. It is not a general-purpose antibiotic and does not treat viral infections such as the common cold or influenza.

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Uses of Flagyl 600mg

Metronidazole may be prescribed for selected infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria or protozoa, depending on the clinical diagnosis.

Potential uses include certain:

• Anaerobic bacterial infections
• Intra-abdominal infections
• Pelvic infections
• Dental and oral infections involving susceptible anaerobic bacteria
• Gynecological infections
• Protozoal infections such as trichomoniasis
• Giardiasis
• Amoebiasis
• Other infections where metronidazole is clinically appropriate

The appropriate treatment depends on the infection, causative organism, severity, patient characteristics, and applicable clinical guidance.

Important

Flagyl 600mg does not treat viral infections such as:

• Common cold
• Influenza
• Most viral respiratory infections

How Metronidazole Works

Metronidazole is a nitroimidazole antimicrobial.

In susceptible anaerobic microorganisms and protozoa, metronidazole undergoes reduction to form reactive metabolites.

These metabolites damage microbial DNA, interfering with DNA synthesis and causing loss of viability of susceptible microorganisms.

Flagyl 600mg Dosage

The appropriate metronidazole regimen depends on:

• Type of infection
• Location and severity of infection
• Causative organism
• Patient age
• Body weight
• Liver function
• Other medicines being taken

The 600mg strength does not by itself establish the appropriate dosing frequency or treatment duration.

Different infections require different metronidazole regimens. Therefore, Flagyl 600mg should be taken only according to the specific prescription provided by a healthcare professional.

Do not increase, decrease, or extend the treatment without medical advice.

How to Take Flagyl 600mg

• Take the tablet exactly as prescribed.
• Swallow with water.
• It can generally be taken with food if it causes stomach discomfort.
• Take doses at the intervals specified by your prescription.
• Complete the prescribed course unless your healthcare professional instructs you otherwise.
• Do not share antimicrobial medicines with another person.

Important Alcohol Warning

Avoid alcohol while taking metronidazole and for at least 48 hours after the final dose.

This includes alcoholic beverages and, where relevant, medicines or products containing alcohol or propylene glycol.

Combining alcohol with metronidazole may cause unpleasant reactions such as:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal cramps
• Flushing
• Headache
• Rapid heartbeat