Metronidazole IV Infusion belongs to a group of medicines known as anti-bacterial agents used to treat severe bacterial infections of the bone, skin and skin structure, blood, joint, abdomen, central nervous system, gynecologic, respiratory infections, meningitis (infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord), and endocarditis (infection of the heart lining and valves). Metronidazole IV Infusion contains Metronidazole, which suppresses protein synthesis by interacting with DNA and causes helical DNA structure loss and strand breakage. As a result, it induces cell death in susceptible organisms. Thereby Metronidazole IV Infusion treats bacterial infections.

FAQs

How does Metronidazole IV Infusion work?

Metronidazole IV Infusion suppresses protein synthesis by interacting with DNA and causes helical DNA structure loss and strand breakage. As a result, it induces cell death in susceptible organisms. Thereby Metronidazole IV Infusion treats bacterial infections.

Can I take blood thinners with Metronidazole IV Infusion ?

Caution should be exercised. Metronidazole IV Infusion may enhance the anticoagulant activity of warfarin and other oral anticoagulants by extending prothrombin time. Inform your doctor if you are taking such medications.

Is Metronidazole IV Infusion used to treat common cold and flu?

No. Metronidazole IV Infusion is an antibacterial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections, not viral infections like common cold and flu.

Is Metronidazole IV Infusion ideal for all bacterial infections?

Metronidazole IV Infusion should only be used to treat or prevent infections that have been proven or are strongly suspected to be caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria.

Are there any special precautions to be taken while using Metronidazole IV Infusion ?

Extreme caution should be exercised while using Metronidazole IV Infusion in patients with severe liver damage, blood formation disorder, brain, spinal cord or nervous disease. So, let your doctor know if you have any of these conditions.