New Metroquin Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Vivimed Labs Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Diloxanide (250mg) + Tinidazole (300mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
User Rating	4.3
User Reviews	345

FAQ

Can I stop taking New Metroquin when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking New Metroquin and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I miss my dose?

Take New Metroquin as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

What if you forget to take Metroquin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of New Metroquin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

New Metroquin Tablet Reviews

New Metroquin is a combination of two antibiotics that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms.

New Metroquin should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.

New Metroquin may lead to some side effects such as nausea, headaches, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.

How New Metroquin Tablet Works

New Metroquin is a combination of two medicines: Diloxanide and Tinidazole. Diloxanide is an amoebicide. It works inside the large intestine to kill the infection causing amoeba (parasites). Tinidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA.

How to Use New Metroquin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. New Metroquin is to be taken with food.

Benefits of New Metroquin Tablet

In Treatment of Diarrhea: Diarrhea is a condition in which you frequently pass loose, watery stools. New Metroquin helps treat diarrhea by killing the bacteria causing infections as well as prevents them from multiplying. New Metroquin makes the stool less watery as well as reduces the frequency of loose motions. This helps you to stay well and do your daily activities without any problem. Since diarrhea causes loss of fluid from the body, drink plenty of fluids to make sure you stay hydrated.
In Treatment of Dysentery: Dysentery is a bacterial or parasitic infection in which you pass loose and watery stools with blood and mucus. You may have severe stomach cramps, nausea, and vomiting. New Metroquin works by stopping the growth of bacteria and parasites causing infection. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. To prevent the spread of infection, it is advisable to always wash your hands after using the toilet.

Uses of New Metroquin Tablet

Treatment of Dysentery
Treatment of Diarrhea

New Metroquin Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking New Metroquin may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

New Metroquin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of New Metroquin during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

New Metroquin should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of New Metroquin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of New Metroquin in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

New Metroquin may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.New Metroquin may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.

Quick Tips

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
New Metroquin should be taken with food at the same time every day.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome the side effects.
Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing, and headache.
Do not skip doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may increase your risk of further infection.