| Active substance |
Metronidazole |
| Also known as |
Metrogyl, Noritate |
| Blood pressure |
No significant effects on blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
2-(2-methyl-5-nitroimidazol-1-yl)ethanol |
| Dosage (medical) |
Commonly 250-500 mg three times daily for adults, depending on the infection type |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Effective against anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites |
| Formula |
C6H9N3O3 |
| Half-life |
8 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Rare, but can occur, especially with prolonged use |
| Lab Test |
Not specifically required for monitoring, but liver function tests may be recommended during prolonged therapy |
| Main action |
Antimicrobial and antiprotozoal |
| Side effects |
Headache, nausea, dry mouth, a metallic taste, and rarely, neurological disturbances |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat |
| Strength |
400mg |
| Substance class |
Nitroimidazole antibiotic |
| Trade name |
Flagyl, Metrogel, others |
| Use in sports |
Not typically used in sports |
| Water Retention |
No significant effect on water retention |
| Manufacturer |
J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Packing |
15 tabs/blister |
