SURECT CRM

Overview

SURECT CRM is a Schedule H antibiotic.

SURECT CRM is composed of: SUCRALFATE (7.0 %W/W), METRONIDAZOLE (1.0 %W/W)



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 SURECT CRM 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 SURECT CRM

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

SOFTEE CRM	INR 54 for 20 GM CREAM	SUCRALFATE 7.0 %W/W, LIDOCAINE 4.0 %W/W, METRONIDAZOLE 1.0 %W/W
SUCRAL ANO CRM	INR 85.5 for 20 GM CREAM	SUCRALFATE 7.0 %W/W, LIDOCAINE 4.0 %W/W, METRONIDAZOLE 1.0 %W/W
SURECT CRM	INR 99 for 20 GM CREAM	SUCRALFATE 7.0 %W/W, LIDOCAINE 4.0 %W/W, METRONIDAZOLE 1.0 %W/W

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

SUFRATE LA CRM

INR 75 for 30 GM CREAM

SUCRALFATE 7.0 %W/W, METRONIDAZOLE 1.0 %W/W, LIDOCAINE