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Synonym :

CHLORHEXIDINE+LIGNOCAINE+METRONIDAZOLE

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS- TOPICAL ANTIBIOTICS/ANTIMICROBIALS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16Th Floor, Godrej Bkc, Plot €“ C, €Œg” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai €“ 400 051, India
Other Info - FLA0555

FAQs

Flagyl Gel contains  Metronidazole (an antibiotic), Lidocaine (local anaesthetic), and Chlorhexidine (an antiseptic). These constituents prevent bacterial growth and block the transmission of pain signals to the brain, and decrease the pain sensation. Thus, it treats mouth ulcers.

Flagyl Gel may cause staining of teeth if taken for a prolonged time. So, it is advised to take it for a short duration as it is short-term medication.

A bitter taste may be one of the side effects of Flagyl Gel. It is temporary and usually gets resolved after you stop using the medicine.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.

Melt ice chips over the ulcers and rinsing your mouth with water mixed with salt or baking soda may help to lessen pain. Avoid spicy, acidic, and abrasive foods. Your doctor may prescribe anti-ulcer gels that may treat and relieve pain.

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Alcohol

Caution

Please consult your doctor for more information on consuming alcohol while being treated with Flagyl Gel.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Flagyl Gel should be used during pregnancy only when prescribed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor before taking Flagyl Gel if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Flagyl Gel if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Flagyl Gel usually does not interfere with your driving ability.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Flagyl Gel can be given in case of any liver impairment or problem.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Flagyl Gel can be given in case of any kidney impairment or problem.

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Children

Caution

Children below the age of 12 years should not use Flagyl Gel. In children above the age of 12, Flagyl Gel should be taken only if prescribed by a child specialist.

About Flagyl Gel

Flagyl Gel is used in treating gum and mouth ulcers. Mouth ulcers are painful and small lesions in the mouth or base of gums. It can make eating, drinking, and talking difficult and uncomfortable.

Flagyl Gel is a combination medication containing Metronidazole (an antibiotic), Lidocaine (local anaesthetic), and Chlorhexidine (an antiseptic). Flagyl Gel is primarily used in treating mouth ulcers. Lidocaine helps treat mouth ulcers by forming a protective layer on the ulcer and blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain and decreasing the sensation of pain. Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic and disinfectant which effectively cleans out the ulcer surface to prevent infection and metronidazole; being bactericidal in nature kills the bacteria by damaging its DNA and preventing these bacteria's growth spread hence relieving the symptoms. As a result, good oral hygiene is maintained.

Your doctor will decide the dose depending on the type of infection that is being treated. The most common side effect of Flagyl Gel is a metallic taste, bitter taste, burning, transient redness, irritation, dryness, and staining of teeth. If these side effects are persistent and bothersome, please see your doctor. 

Please inform your doctor before using Flagyl Gel if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid intake of alcohol while having treatment with Flagyl Gel as it may affect the working of Flagyl Gel. Maintain good oral hygiene and brush at least 2 times a day to avoid any oral infection and its spread. Do not rinse the mouth or drink or eat anything for 30 minutes after applying Flagyl Gel. 

Uses of Flagyl Gel

Mouth ulcers.

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Medicinal Benefits

Flagyl Gel is a combination medication containing Metronidazole (an antibiotic), Lidocaine (local anaesthetic), and Chlorhexidine (an antiseptic). Flagyl Gel is primarily used in treating mouth ulcers. Lidocaine helps treat mouth ulcers by forming a protective layer on the ulcer, blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain, and decreasing the pain sensation. Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic and disinfectant which effectively cleans out the ulcer surface to prevent infection. Metronidazole is bactericidal in nature kills the bacteria by damaging its DNA and preventing these bacteria's growth spread hence relieving the symptoms. As a result, good oral hygiene is maintained, and it is easier to go out and perform daily activities.

Directions for Use

Oral topical gel/cream: Apply a small quantity of gel/cream with a clean finger or cotton swab on the affected area 2-3 times a day or as directed by the physician. Do not rinse the mouth or drink or eat anything for 30 minutes after applying the gel/cream. Do not swallow the product, it is for oral topical use only.

Side Effects of Flagyl Gel

  • Metallic taste
  • Bitter taste
  • Burning
  • Transient redness
  • Irritation, dryness
  • Staining of teeth

Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor before using Flagyl Gel if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid intake of alcohol while having treatment with Flagyl Gel as it may affect the working of Flagyl Gel. Maintain good oral hygiene and brush at least 2 times a day to avoid any oral infection and its spread. Do not rinse the mouth or drink or eat anything for 30 minutes after applying Flagyl Gel. Flagyl Gel may cause staining; it can be reduced by reducing the consumption of tea, coffee, and red wine and brushing with toothpaste daily before using the gel.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LidocaineSaquinavir
Critical
LidocaineArbutamine
Critical

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LidocaineSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm with Saquinavir can increase the blood levels of Flagyl Gel 20 gm and cause an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm with Saquinavir is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting and rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LidocaineArbutamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm and Arbutamine together can affect the rhythm of your heart.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm with arbutamine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision and nausea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
MetronidazoleAmprenavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Co-administration of Amprenavir with Flagyl Gel 20 gm can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm with Amprenavir is generally avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience throbbing in the head and neck, throbbing headache, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, sweating, thirst, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, palpitation, low blood pressure, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, and confusion, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetronidazoleDisulfiram
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Coadministration of Disulfiram with Flagyl Gel 20 gm can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm and Disulfiram together is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, confusion, weakness, shortness of breath, or palpitations, contact your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MetronidazoleEthanol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Drinking alcohol while taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm with Ethanol is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience flushing, throbbing in head and neck, throbbing headache, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, sweating, thirst, chest pain, rapid heartbeat, palpitation, low blood pressure, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, and confusion, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LidocaineBupivacaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm with Bupivacaine may cause serious side effects including methemoglobinemia (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells), brain related problems and heart problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Flagyl Gel 20 gm and Bupivacaine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you develop pale, gray, or blue colored skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LidocaineIfosfamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Coadministration of Ifosfamide with Flagyl Gel 20 gm can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ifosfamide and Flagyl Gel 20 gm, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you develop gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
LidocaineNitrofurantoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm with Nitrofurantoin may cause methemoglobinemia (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nitrofurantoin with Flagyl Gel 20 gm together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms of gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LidocaineDofetilide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Taking Flagyl Gel 20 gm together with Dofetilide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Flagyl Gel 20 gm and Dofetilide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
LidocaineIsosorbide dinitrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Gel 20 gm:
Taking isosorbide dinitrate with Flagyl Gel 20 gm may cause methemoglobinemia (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking isosorbide dinitrate and Flagyl Gel 20 gm together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you develop gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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  • PHENYTOIN

Habit Forming

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staining can be reduced by reducing tea, coffee, and red wine and brushing with toothpaste daily before using the gel. 
  • Intake of probiotics, prebiotics, and plenty of fluids is recommended to maintain a good bacteria level.
  • Maintain good oral hygiene to avoid infection from spreading.
  • Regular dental checkups can help in preventing the progression of the infection.
  • Use an antibacterial mouthwash.
  • Avoid tobacco products and alcohol consumption.
  • Limit sugary and starch foods.

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