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Metropen Information

Metropen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Stomach Infection, Amebiasis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Metropen have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Metropen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Metropen include Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Metropen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Metropen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Metropen has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Metropen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metropen related warnings section.

Metropen is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Heart Disease, Peripheral Neuropathy are examples of such conditions. The section on Metropen contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Metropen may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Metropen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Metropen Benefits & Uses
Metropen Dosage & How to Take
Metropen Side Effects
Metropen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Metropen with Other Drugs
Metropen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Metropen
Metropen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Metropen Benefits & Uses

Metropen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Stomach Infection
Amebiasis
Giardiasis
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Parasitic Infections

Other Benefits

Metropen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Metropen Related Warnings

Is the use of Metropen safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Metropen without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Metropen safe during breastfeeding?

Metropen may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Metropen, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Metropen.

Moderate
What is the effect of Metropen on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Metropen on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Metropen on the Liver?

Metropen has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Metropen on the Heart?

Side effects of Metropen rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Metropen with Other Drugs

Metropen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Disulfiram

Severe

Moderate

Phenytoin

Amoxicillin

Mild

Amitriptyline

Metropen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metropen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease
Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

Frequently asked Questions about Metropen

Is this Metropen habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Metropen has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Metropen, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Metropen can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Metropen only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Metropen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Metropen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Metropen

It is safe to take Metropen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Metropen

Taking Metropen with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Metropen

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Metropen on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Discontinuation of Metropen on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Metropen cause constipation?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Metropen can cause constipation and other stomach related side effects such as nausea, abdominal cramps, and stomach discomfort. You are recommended to eat non-spicy light meals along with fibrous fruits to avoid constipation and other stomach related problems. However, in case of severe constipation please inform your doctor right away.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Metropen effective against candida (fungal infections)?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Metropen is not effective in candida (fungal infections) because it is an anti-amoebic and antiprotozoal drug, it is only effective for bacterial and protozoal infections.