Metron 400 Tablet

How to use Metron 400 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Metron 400 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Medicine Works

Metron 400 mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA.

Expert Advice

• Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor even if you feel better.
• It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
• If you are using Metron 400 mg Tablet in a high dose or for a prolonged time, there is a risk of more side effects, like nerve damage.
• You should not drink alcohol during or for 48 hours after treatment. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache if you take it together.
• Inform your doctor if you have a liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How long does Metron takes to work?

Usually, Metron starts to show its effect within 1 hour of its ingestion. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Metron.

Q. What if I didn"t get better after using Metron?

Inform your doctor if you didn"t feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I drink while using Metron?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Metron and for at least 3 days after completely stopping the medicine. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfuram like reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.

Q. Can the use of Metron cause metallic taste?

Yes, Metron may cause a temporary metallic taste. This metallic taste can be reduced by chewing sugar-free gum or mints, brushing teeth after the meals and by staying hydrated.

Q. Why it is harmful to drink alcohol while using Metron?

Alcohol should be strictly avoided while taking Metron and for at least 3 days after completely stopping the medicine. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfuram reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.

Q. Can I stop taking Metron when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Metron and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.Show moreShow less