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Flagyl Suspension 60 ml, Pack of 1 Suspension
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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Flagyl Suspension is used to treat and prevent bacterial and parasitic infections including blood, brain, bone, lung, stomach lining, pelvic area and genital infections, amoebiasis, gum and teeth infections, infected leg ulcers or pressure sores, stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori, urinary or genital infections caused by Trichomonas parasite. Furthermore, it can also be used to treat infections following childbirth or in a wound following an operation. It contains Metronidazole, which stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria or parasites. It may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, loss of appetite, dry mouth, and metallic taste. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

METRONIDAZOLE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Flagyl Suspension

Flagyl Suspension belongs to a group of medicines known as anti-microbial agents used to treat bacterial infections of the blood, brain, lung, bone, pelvic area, stomach lining, intestines, gum, teeth, following childbirth or wound infection following an operation. It is also used to treat infected leg ulcers, pressure sores, stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori, urinary or genital infections caused by Trichomonas parasite, amoebiasis (parasitic infection of the colon), and to prevent infections after surgery.

Flagyl Suspension contains metronidazole that works by preventing the production of proteins required by the harmful microorganisms for their survival. Thereby Flagyl Suspension treats bacterial and parasitic infections.

Your doctor will decide the duration depending on the type of infection. Some common side effects of Flagyl Suspension are nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, loss of appetite, dry mouth, and metallic taste. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor.

Flagyl Suspension should not be used during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester and while breastfeeding. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Flagyl Suspension as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Flagyl Suspension and for 48 hours after completing the course as it may cause unpleasant side effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Flagyl Suspension

Flagyl Suspension is used to treat bacterial and protozoal infections. The detailed uses of Flagyl Suspension are as follows:
•Bacterial infections: Flagyl Suspension is widely used to treat infections caused by anaerobic bacteria, including conditions like bacterial vaginosis and pelvic inflammatory disease.
•Protozoal infections: Flagyl Suspension is effective against protozoa such as Entamoeba histolytica (linked to amoebic dysentery); it inhibits protozoal reproduction.
•Dental infections: Flagyl Suspension is often prescribed in dentistry to address gum and oral cavity infections, particularly those caused by anaerobic bacteria. It may be paired with other antibiotics for enhanced results.
•Helicobacter Pylori Eradication: Flagyl Suspension helps eradicate helicobacter pylori, the bacterium associated with peptic ulcers, as part of a combination therapy, working alongside antibiotics and proton pump inhibitors.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Syrup/suspension/drops: Shake the pack well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Medicinal Benefits

Flagyl Suspension contains metronidazole used to treat and prevent bacterial and parasitic infections including blood, brain, bone, lung, stomach lining, pelvic area and genital infections, amoebiasis, gum and teeth infections, infected leg ulcers or pressure sores, stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori, urinary or genital infections caused by Trichomonas parasite. Furthermore, it can also be used to treat infections following childbirth or in a wound following an operation. It works by preventing the infection-causing bacteria or parasites from growing.

How Flagyl Suspension Works

Flagyl Suspension contains metronidazole that works by preventing the production of proteins required by the harmful microorganisms for their survival. Thereby Flagyl Suspension treats bacterial and parasitic infections.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Flagyl Suspension 60 ml
  • Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Manage stress with yoga or meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert.
  • Manage stress by practising deep breathing, yoga or meditation.
  • Participating in activities you enjoy, or exercising may also help manage agitation.
  • Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
  • Exercise regularly. Try physical activities like walking, running, or dancing.
Managing back pain as a side effect of medication requires a combination of self-care techniques, lifestyle modifications, and medical interventions. Here are the steps:
  • Talk to your doctor about your back pain and potential medication substitutes or dose changes.
  • Try yoga or Pilates and other mild stretching exercises to increase flexibility and strengthen your back muscles.
  • To lessen the tension on your back, sit and stand upright and maintain proper posture.
  • To alleviate discomfort and minimize inflammation, apply heat or cold packs to the afflicted area.
  • Under your doctor's supervision, think about taking over-the-counter painkillers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
  • Make ergonomic adjustments to your workspace and daily activities to reduce strain on your back.
  • To handle tension that could make back pain worse, try stress-reduction methods like deep breathing or meditation.
  • Use pillows and a supportive mattress to keep your spine in the right posture as you sleep.
  • Back discomfort can worsen by bending, twisting, and heavy lifting.
  • Speak with a physical therapist to create a customized training regimen to increase back strength and flexibility.
  • Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to support overall health.
  • Include foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, like salmon and walnuts, to support eye health.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
  • Engage in regular physical activity, like walking or yoga, to improve mobility and balance.
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques, like meditation or deep breathing, to manage emotional challenges.
  • Establish a daily routine to maintain independence and organization.
  • Consider learning Braille or using assistive technologies to enhance daily life.
Managing depression as a side effect of medication: a comprehensive guide.
  • Remember, managing depression as a side effect of medication requires patience, persistence, and collaboration with your healthcare team.
  • Tell your doctor about your depression symptoms to adjust medication.
  • Consult a therapist or counsel for emotional support.
  • Engage in regular exercise to release endorphins (neurotransmitters).
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation and deep breathing.
  • Build a support network of friends, family, and support groups.
  • Establish a consistent sleep schedule.
  • Eat a nutritious diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol and recreational substances.
  • Keep a mood journal to track symptoms and progress.
  • To the affected part, apply warm compresses to get a temporary relief.
  • Rinse your eye carefully with clean water and try to blow any dust particle that could have entered.
  • Take over the counter medication to lubricate your eye or if there is pain due to allergy to soothe the eye.
  • If there is persistent pain in your eye, consult your doctor and follow the medication immediately.
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.

What if I have taken an overdose of Flagyl Suspension

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Flagyl Suspension as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, seizures (fits), loss of muscle coordination and numbness, burning, pain, or tingling in hands/feet. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Flagyl Suspension if you are allergic to any of its components. Flagyl Suspension should not be used during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. So, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Flagyl Suspension and for 12-24 hours after completing the course. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Flagyl Suspension as it may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you have Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, bone marrow depression/low blood count, CNS disorder, epilepsy, porphyria (blood disorder), peripheral neuropathy, heart, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetronidazoleDisulfiram
Critical
MetronidazoleEthanol
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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MetronidazoleDisulfiram
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml:
Coadministration of Disulfiram with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Suspension 60 ml 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 Suspension 60 ml:
Drinking alcohol while taking Flagyl Suspension 60 ml can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Suspension 60 ml 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.
MetronidazoleAmprenavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml:
Co-administration of Amprenavir with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Suspension 60 ml 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.
MetronidazoleBusulfan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml:
Coadministration of Busulfan and Flagyl Suspension 60 ml may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flagyl Suspension 60 ml and Busulfan together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, or burning during urination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue the medication without a doctor's advice.
MetronidazoleWarfarin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml:
Coadministration of Flagyl Suspension 60 ml with warfarin can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
There is a possible interaction between Flagyl Suspension 60 ml and warfarin, but they can be taken together if a doctor has prescribed them. Consult a doctor if experience unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
MetronidazoleMebendazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml:
Coadministration of Flagyl Suspension 60 ml with mebendazole may increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Flagyl Suspension 60 ml and mebendazole, they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms like fever, body ache, painful red rash, cough, peeling of the skin, or Drooling, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
MetronidazoleFluconazole
Moderate
How does the drug interact with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml:
Co-administration of Fluconazole together with Flagyl Suspension 60 ml can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
-Taking Flagyl Suspension 60 ml with Fluconazole together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • It would be best to take probiotics after taking the full course of Flagyl Suspension to restore healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.

  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. Whole grains like whole-grain bread, and brown rice, should be included in the diet.

  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Flagyl Suspension as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Flagyl Suspension in fighting off infections.

  • If you have diarrhoea, drink appropriate amounts of fluids to avoid dehydration. 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIMICROBIALS

Flagyl Suspension Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended not to consume alcohol while on treatment with Flagyl Suspension and for 48 hours after completing the course to avoid unpleasant side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, palpitations, headache, and hot flushes.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Flagyl Suspension should not be used during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avoid breastfeeding while taking Flagyl Suspension and for 12-24 hours after completing the course.

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Driving

Caution

Flagyl Suspension may cause dizziness and drowsiness; thus, avoid using machinery or driving unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Flagyl Suspension to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your liver conditions.

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Kidney

Caution

Flagyl Suspension to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor may adjust your dose depending upon your kidney conditions.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Flagyl Suspension should be given to children only if prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dose as per the age.

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FAQs

Flagyl Suspension is used to treat bacterial and parasitic infections.

Flagyl Suspension works by preventing the production of proteins required by harmful microorganisms for their survival. Thereby Flagyl Suspension helps treat and prevent bacterial and parasitic infections.

No. You should complete the full course of Flagyl Suspension as prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Flagyl Suspension.

No. Flagyl Suspension is an antimicrobial medicine that acts only against bacterial infections and not viral infections like common cold and flu.

If you miss a dose of Flagyl Suspension, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Flagyl Suspension may cause jaundice in a rare case. Please consult your doctor immediately if you notice yellowing of skin and eyes.

No. Do not stop taking Flagyl Suspension until course completion, as the doctor prescribes. If you stop taking it, your problem may reoccur. If you face any difficulty or experience any adverse events that persist while taking it, report it to your doctor and seek appropriate treatment.

Flagyl Suspension may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori). Even so, it can be used only if advised by the doctor.

Do not give more than the prescribed dose of Flagyl Suspension as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, seizures (fits), loss of muscle coordination and numbness, burning, pain, or tingling in hands/feet. If you suspect you have given overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

If the symptoms do not improve within a few days after you start this medicine or if they become worse, consult with your doctor. They will reassess the condition and guide appropriate treatment.

Flagyl Suspension may interact with certain medications. So, do not use any other medications with Flagyl Suspension unless recommended by the doctor. Your doctor will check their potential interactions and prescribe you if necessary.

Antibiotics like Flagyl Suspension may reduce the vaccine's activity. To ensure adequate vaccine response, vaccination should be given at least 14 days after you complete your treatment with Flagyl Suspension or 10 days before starting therapy with Flagyl Suspension. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns.

Let your doctor know about your child’s medical history and ongoing medications before prescribing Flagyl Suspension.

Yes, it is normal. Flagyl Suspension can cause urine discolouration. This is harmless and should resolve on its own once your child stops taking the medication.

Flagyl Suspension may interfere with some drugs. Always check with a doctor before giving any medication, especially if your child is feverish. The doctor advises the best course of treatment!

To ensure the medication's effectiveness and progress of the medical condition, the doctor may perform certain lab tests, such as a complete blood count (CBC), liver function test (LFC), and kidney function test (KFT) if necessary.

Common side effects of Flagyl Suspension may include nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, loss of appetite, dry mouth, and metallic taste. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor.

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India

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Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Apr 15, 2025 | 6:31 AM IST

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Reference

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  2. https://webmedpharmacy.co.uk/media/pil/sti/PIL_metronidazole_400mg_tabs.pdf
  3. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/metronidazole/
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