Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aldezol 400mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Consumption of alcohol with Aldezol 400mg Tablet may cause a disulfiram-like reaction, leading to symptoms such as flushing, increased heart rate, low blood pressure, nausea, lightheadedness, and severe headache. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Aldezol 400mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.Aldezol 400mg Tablet should be used during pregnancy only after consulting the doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Aldezol 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.If a single dose of Aldezol 400mg Tablet is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Aldezol 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.Aldezol 400mg Tablet may make you feel sleepy, dizzy, confused. You may have hallucinations, fits (convulsions) or temporary eyesight problems (such as blurred or double vision) affecting your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Aldezol 400mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.Patients undergoing kidney dialysis should take this medicine after the dialysis treatment. | - Liver : CAUTION

Aldezol 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

If you miss a dose of Aldezol 400mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

What is Aldezol 400mg Tablet and what is it used for?::: Aldezol 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria and parasites. It is commonly prescribed for infections of the stomach and intestines (such as amoebiasis and giardiasis), vaginal infections like trichomoniasis and bacterial vaginosis, dental and gum infections, and other infections caused by bacteria that grow without oxygen. It works by killing the germs responsible for the infection.| Is Aldezol 400mg Tablet safe for patients with liver conditions?::: The liver processes Aldezol 400mg Tablet, so people with liver problems need to take it carefully. In patients with severe liver disease, the medicine may stay in the body longer, which can increase the risk of side effects. In such cases, your doctor may reduce the dose and monitor you more closely. Anyone with liver disease should inform their doctor before starting treatment.| Can Aldezol 400mg Tablet lead to antibiotic resistance?::: Yes, like all antibiotics, Aldezol 400mg Tablet can contribute to antibiotic resistance if used improperly. Taking it when it is not needed, using it for the wrong condition, or not completing the full prescribed course can allow bacteria to survive and become harder to treat in the future. It should always be taken after consulting your doctor.| How should Aldezol 400mg Tablet be consumed relative to meals?::: Aldezol 400mg Tablet can be taken with or after food. Taking it with food may help reduce stomach upset or nausea. The tablets should be swallowed with water, and you should follow your doctor?s instructions regarding the dose and duration of treatment.| How long does Aldezol 400mg Tablet take to work?::: Aldezol 400mg Tablet usually begins working within about one hour after you take it, as the medicine is absorbed into the bloodstream. However, you may not feel better immediately. In most infections, noticeable improvement in symptoms may take 2?3 days. It is important to continue taking the medicine as prescribed. If your symptoms do not improve or worsen, you should consult your doctor.| Can I drink alcohol while using Aldezol 400mg Tablet?::: No, you should avoid alcohol while taking Aldezol 400mg Tablet and for at least 3 days after completing the course. Drinking alcohol during this time can cause an unpleasant reaction known as a ?disulfiram-like reaction.? Symptoms may include stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing (redness of the face), and a feeling of discomfort.| Can using Aldezol 400mg Tablet cause a metallic taste?::: Yes, a temporary metallic taste in the mouth is a known side effect. This is usually harmless and resolves after treatment is completed. Staying well hydrated, brushing your teeth after meals, and chewing sugar-free gum or mints may help reduce this sensation.| Can I stop taking Aldezol 400mg Tablet when I feel better?::: No, you should complete the full prescribed course, even if you start feeling better. Symptoms may improve before the infection is fully cleared. Stopping the medicine too early can cause the infection to return and may make it harder to treat. Always consult your doctor before stopping the medicine.| What if there is no improvement after using Aldezol 400mg Tablet?::: If you do not feel better after completing the full course, or if your symptoms worsen during treatment, inform your doctor. Further evaluation or a change in treatment may be needed.

Aldezol 400mg Tablet contains metronidazole, an antibiotic and antiprotozoal medicine that works by entering the bacterial or parasitic cells and damaging their DNA. This prevents the microorganisms from growing and reproducing, ultimately leading to their death and clearing the infection.

-Disulfiram (Oral Route): Moderate

Do not consume Metronidazole with Disulfiram. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as constipation, confusion or psychosis and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Disulfiram may reduce blood levels of active form of Metronidazole.

| -Phenobarbitone (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Phenobarbitone may increase the metabolism of Metronidazole.

| -Phenobarbitone (Injection Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Phenobarbitone may increase the metabolism of Metronidazole.

| -Primidone (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Primidone may increase the metabolism of Metronidazole.

| -Lithium carbonate (Oral Route): Moderate

Do not consume Lithium carbonate with Metronidazole. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood Lithium carbonate levels, creatinine levels, electrolytes or overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Lithium carbonate may raise blood levels of the active form of Metronidazole.

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