Metronidazole Tablet

Description

Metronidazole (me-troe-ni-da-zole) is an antibiotic and antiparasitic medication that treats or prevents some bacterial infections and parasites. Metronidazole is often used to treat Giardia, Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Trichomonas.

Benefits

• Knocks out wide variety of infections and parasites
• Remedies certain diarrheal disorders

Consult with your veterinarian for proper dosage and course of treatment.

Warnings

This medication should not be given to pets who are pregnant or nursing.

Precautions

Use with caution on pets with liver conditions, on blood thinners or who are young (puppies and kittens)

Food and Drug Interactions

Other medications can interact with Metronidazole, be sure to disclose every medication and supplement that is given to your dog before starting Metronidazole.

Give with food

Human Warnings

Keep away from children and other animals. Pregnant women should wear disposable gloves when giving doses or handling the drug and avoid inhaling any dust from split or crushed tablets. Skin or eyes exposed to powder or liquids containing the drug should immediately be washed or rinsed off thoroughly

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects that may occur include drooling, nausea, vomiting.

Other more serious side effects include diarrhea, weakness, and loss of appetite. Highly serious side effects are seizures and loss of coordination. Contact your vet ASAP if you pet is experiencing out of the normal side effects.

Contact your veterinarian if you believe your pet is experiencing side effects.

Product Administration

Oral

Product Form

Tablet

Ingredients

Metronidazole

Storage

Store this medication in the original prescription bottle at room temperature and protected from light.