Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Available Alternatives for DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB
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Overview
DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB is composed of: METRONIDAZOLE (400.0 MG), FURAZOLIDONE (100.0 MG), DICYCLOMINE (20.0 MG)
Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections. It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.
Furazolidone is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections. It works by killing bacteria and protozoa. Some protozoa are parasites that can cause many different kinds of infections in the body. Furazolidone is taken by mouth. It works inside the intestinal tract to treat cholera, colitis, and diarrhea caused by bacteria, and giardiasis. Furazolidone is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Usage
METRONIDAZOLE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Brain Infection, Deep Skin InfectionFURAZOLIDONE is generally used to treat: Cholera, Diarrhoea, Dysentery, Giardiasis, Salmonellosis (Salmonella Infections), Staphylococcal Infection
DICYCLOMINE is generally used to treat: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
DICYCLOMINE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Abdomen Pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB is generally taken Before Food.Precautions for DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with
- Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of blood disorders (G6PD deficiency), allergies (especially drug allergies).
- Avoid intake of alcohol during therapy and for 4 days after taking this medication. A reaction causing flushing, fever, chest tightness and breathing difficulties may occur.
- Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness if this medication makes you feel dizzy.
- Infants less than one month old should not receive this drug.
- This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
- This medication may impair your thinking or alertness. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
- Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. Dicyclomine can decrease your sweating, which can lead to heat stroke in a hot environment.
- Avoid taking alcohol as it can increase certain side effects of dicyclomine.
- Stop using dicyclomine and call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects such as confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior, fast or uneven heart rate, or if you urinate less than usual or not at all.
- You should not take this medication if you are allergic to dicyclomineTake exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.Dicyclomine is usually taken 4 times each day. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.Take this medicine with a full glass of water.
Symptoms of Overdosage
METRONIDAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Loss Of Balance, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)DICYCLOMINE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Dizziness, Difficulty Swallowing, Mood Swings, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fainting
Common Side-Effects
METRONIDAZOLE : Skin Rash, Hives, Agitation, Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Eyes Pain, Fever, Head Headache, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Vomit, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Nasal Congestion, Runny NoseDICYCLOMINE : Dizziness, Asthenia, Fever, Tachycardia, Dry Skin, Dry Mouth, Nausea, Nervousness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Weakness (generalized)
Serious Side-Effects
METRONIDAZOLE : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Pain, Head HeadacheDICYCLOMINE : Dry Skin, Hallucination, Irregular Heartbeat, Decreased Sweating, Irregular Heartbeat, Slurred Speech, Mood Swings, Confusion
Rare Side-Effects
METRONIDAZOLE : Chest Pain, Constipation, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)FURAZOLIDONE : Skin Rash, Fever, Body Itching, Body Pain, Throat Soreness
DICYCLOMINE : Anorexia Nervosa, Constipation, Skin Rash, Dysuria, Itchy Skin, Dizziness, Head Headache, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing
Disease Interactions
DICYCLOMINE can interfere with: Glaucoma, Tardive Dyskinesia, Diarrhoea, Hemorrhage, Reflux Esophagitis, Ulcerative Colitis, Coronary Artery Disease, Psychosis, Hyperthyroidism, Hypertension, FeverTechnical Classification
METRONIDAZOLE is categorized as:- AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
- MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
FURAZOLIDONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
DICYCLOMINE is categorized as: ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
Available Alternatives for DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
DIM KID 100MG/400MG/20MG TAB | INR 10.95 for 10 TABLETS | METRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, FURAZOLIDONE 100.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
DIAFUR PLUS TAB | INR 20 for 10 TABLETS | DICYCLOMINE , FURAZOLIDONE , METRONIDAZOLE |
LOMOSTOP D 50MG/200MG/10MG TAB | INR 6.02 for 10 TABLETS | METRONIDAZOLE 200.0 MG, FURAZOLIDONE 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG |