Treating infections caused by certain bacteria and preventing infection before, during, and after certain surgeries. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Metsina is an antibacterial agent. It is thought to work by entering the bacterial cell, acting on some components of the cell, and destroying the bacteria.
Important safety information:
Metsina may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Metsina with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Do not drink alcohol or take any products containing alcohol or propylene glycol while you are using Metsina and for at least 3 days after the last dose. Drinking alcohol or taking products with alcohol or propylene glycol may cause stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and flushing.
Metsina only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections.
Be sure to use Metsina for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Long-term or repeated use of Metsina may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
Some patients have developed persistent nerve problems (peripheral neuropathy) after using Metsina for a long period of time. Tell your doctor right away if you develop signs of nerve problems (eg, numbness; tingling; burning of the arms, hands, legs, feet). Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Metsina may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are using Metsina.
Lab tests, including liver function and white blood cell counts, may be performed while you use Metsina. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Metsina with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Metsina should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Metsina while you are pregnant. Metsina is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while using Metsina.
advertisement
Metsina side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Appetite loss; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; metallic taste; nausea; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; stomach upset or cramping; trouble sleeping; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; fever; flushing; stuffy nose; very dry mouth or vagina); bloody stools; confusion; decreased coordination; depression; fainting; increased or decreased urination; numbness, tingling, or burning of the arms, hands, legs, or feet; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe diarrhea; severe or persistent dizziness or headache; severe or persistent stomach pain or cramping; sore throat, chills, or fever; speech problems; stiff neck; stomach pain or cramps; vaginal itching, odor, or discharge; vision loss or other vision changes; weakness; white patches in the mouth.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Dailymed."Bismuth subcitrate potassium; metronidazole; tetracycline: dailymed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the united states. dailymed is the official provider of fda label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Can Metsina be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Metsina?
Some medical conditions may interact with Metsina. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of nerve, brain, or blood problems; Crohn disease; liver or kidney problems; or seizures
if you have heart problems (eg, congestive heart failure) or a history of swelling of the hands, legs, or feet
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Metsina. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Disulfiram because side effects, such as mental or mood changes, may occur
Cimetidine because it may increase the risk of metronidazole's side effects
Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital) or phenytoin because they may decrease metronidazole's effectiveness
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), busulfan, or lithium because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Metsina
Corticosteroids (eg, prednisone) because the risk of side effects may be increased
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Metsina may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Metsina?
Use Metsina as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Metsina is usually given as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Metsina at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Metsina. Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
Do not use Metsina if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
To clear up your infection completely, use Metsina for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.
Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
If you miss a dose of Metsina, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Metsina.
Can Metsina be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Metsina be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
advertisement
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Metsina, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Metsina. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yet
Patient reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yet
Patient reported price estimates
No survey data has been collected yet
Three patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Metsina? According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Metsina should take 4 times in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
Patients
%
4 times in a day
1
33.3%
Once in a day
1
33.3%
3 times in a day
1
33.3%
One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Metsina May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
Patients
%
11-50mg
1
100.0%
Patient reported time for results
No survey data has been collected yet
Patient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yet
Three patients reported age
Patients
%
6-15
1
33.3%
< 1
1
33.3%
1-5
1
33.3%
Patient reviews
There are no reviews yet. Be the first to write one!