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WHO GMP
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15 Days Easy
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(>8 Months)
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Treatment of Diarrhea / Treatment of Dysentery
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Benefits
In Treatment of Diarrhea Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated. In Treatment of Dysentery Dysentery or amoebic dysentery is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps and stomach pain. Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet helps to treat this infection by killing the infection causing parasites. It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Metronidazole and Norfloxacin. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Norfloxacin works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Unsafe: It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet , as it may lead to symptoms such as flushing, increased heart rate, nausea, thirst, chest pain, and low blood pressure, known as a Disulfiram reaction.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Not Safe: Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet may make you feel sleepy, dizzy, confused. You may have hallucinations, fits (convulsions) or temporary eyesight problems (such as blurred or double vision) affecting your ability to drive.
Caution Advised: Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Caution Advised: Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Vigyl N 500mg/400mg Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
601 Akik Complex, Near Pakwan II, Bodakdev, S G Highway, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India - 380054
References
Metronidazole. New York, New York: Pfizer; 2010 (15 Apr. 2019)
Norfloxacin. Whitehouse Station, New Jersey: K MERCK & CO; 2008 (01 Apr. 2019)
Metronidazole. New York, New York: Pfizer; 2013 (15 Apr. 2019)
ScienceDirect. Norfloxacin (15 Apr. 2019)
Disclaimer
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