Riam Tablets 400mg

Product Name: Riam Tablets 400mg

Product Form: Tablets

Pack Size: 100's

Manufactured By: Stanley Pharmaceuticals

Used For:

• Bacterial Infections: Effective for treating infections in areas such as the abdomen, reproductive organs, and respiratory tract.
• Parasitic Infections: Used to treat infections like giardiasis and amebiasis.
• Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Sometimes used for skin infections, especially those involving anaerobic bacteria.
• Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: Often used in combination with other antibiotics to treat infections of the reproductive organs.
• Bacterial Vaginosis and Trichomoniasis: Commonly prescribed for these specific infections.
• Dental Infections and Periodontal Disease: Frequently used in dental care for treating bacterial infections in the mouth.

Side Effects:

• Nausea, vomiting, or stomach cramps
• Metallic taste in the mouth
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Headache or dizziness
• Dark urine (harmless but common)
• Rarely, serious neurological side effects such as numbness, tingling, or seizures
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, or swelling)

Precautions:

• Avoid Alcohol: Drinking alcohol while taking metronidazole can cause severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal cramps (known as a disulfiram-like reaction).
• Use Caution in Liver Disease: Dose adjustments may be necessary as metronidazole is processed by the liver.
• Avoid in Pregnancy (First Trimester): Generally not recommended in the first trimester unless absolutely necessary.
• Monitor for Neurological Symptoms: Stop use and consult a doctor if experiencing numbness, tingling, or weakness.
• Drug Interactions: Metronidazole can interact with blood thinners (e.g., warfarin), so dose adjustments or monitoring may be required.