DIMET PLUS TAB

Overview

DIMET PLUS TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

DIMET PLUS TAB is composed of: DILOXANIDE ( ), METRONIDAZOLE ( )


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.

Usage

METRONIDAZOLE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Brain Infection, Deep Skin Infection

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 < 2month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Precautions for DIMET PLUS TAB and its Constituents



Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve, brain, Crohn�s disease, liver impairment, seizures, heart disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.


Symptoms of Overdosage

METRONIDAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Loss Of Balance, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

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 Nose

Serious Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Pain, Head Headache

Rare Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Chest Pain, Constipation, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Disease Interactions

METRONIDAZOLE can interfere with: Peripheral Neuropathy, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Alcoholism, Acute Liver Failure, Congestive Heart Disease, Hypertension, Edema, Hypernatremia

Technical Classification

METRONIDAZOLE is categorized as:
  • AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
  • MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for DIMET PLUS TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DIMET PLUS TABINR 30.47 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE , METRONIDAZOLE

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ARISTOGYL PLUS TABINR 12.21 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 500.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 100.0 MG
DYRADE M 200MG/250MG TABINR 6.82 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 250.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 200.0 MG
DYRADE M 400MG/500MG TABINR 19.78 for 15 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 500.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG
DYRADE M DS 400MG/500MG TABINR 19.45 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 500.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG
DYRADE-M DS TABINR 19.48 for 15 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 500 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 400 MG
DYRADE-M TABINR 6.95 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 250 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 200 MG
FREMOGYL 200MG/250MG TABINR 7.4 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 250.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 200.0 MG
SPROT 200MG/250MG SYPINR 19.21 for 60 ML SYRUPDILOXANIDE 250.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 200.0 MG
SPROT 200MG/250MG TABINR 22.95 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 250.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 200.0 MG
SPROT PLUS 100MG/125MG/50MG SUSPINR 28.96 for 60 ML SUSPENSIONDILOXANIDE 125.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 100.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
SPROT PLUS 400MG/500MG/100MG TABINR 23.98 for 10 TABLETSDILOXANIDE 500.0 MG, METRONIDAZOLE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 100.0 MG