Metrogyl Compund Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as antibiotics used to treat various infections caused by bacteria and parasites (amoeba). It is prescribed for the treatment of diarrhea caused by microorganisms Clostridium difficile, Entamoeba histolytica and Giardia lamblia. Additionally, it also treats vaginal and other bacterial infections. Infections caused by amoeba usually happen due to drinking contaminated water or eating food that contains contaminated water. Diarrhea is defined as loose, watery stools or frequent movement of the bowel.

Metrogyl Compund Tablet contains two medicines namely: Metronidazole and Diloxanide. Metrogyl Compund Tablet contains Metronidazole which is an antibiotic , it treats the infection by damaging the DNA of the organism and does killing the bacteria. Diloxanide is an amoebicide. It works inside the large intestine to kill the infection causing amoeba (parasites). Altogether Metrogyl Compund Tablet kills the bacteria and parasites. Metrogyl Compund Tablet does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

Take Metrogyl Compund Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Metrogyl Compund Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. Some common side effects of Metrogyl Compund Tablet are nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, loss of appetite, dry mouth and metallic taste. If these effects appear and are bothersome, call your doctor or pharmacist.

Use of Metrogyl Compund Tablet is contraindicated in the patient suffering from central nervous system (CNS) diseases like seizures (fits). Metrogyl Compund Tablet should not be used during pregnancy, especially during the first trimester. So, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. You should not breastfeed while taking Metrogyl Compund Tablet as it passes into the breastmilk, and can affect the baby. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Metrogyl Compund Tablet as it may cause dizziness, drowsiness and make you less alert.

Metrogyl Compund Tablet is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. kills the harmful bacteria and amoeba (Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Clostridium difficile) causing diarrhoea. Metrogyl Compund Tablet contains Metronidazole which is an antibiotic , it treats the infection by damaging the DNA of the organism and does killing the bacteria. Diloxanide is an amoebicide. It works inside the large intestine to kill the infection causing amoeba (parasites). Altogether Metrogyl Compund Tablet kills the bacteria and parasites. Metrogyl Compund Tablet does not treat a viral infection like flu or a common cold.

You should immediately report to the doctor in case you have symptoms of dehydration like dehydration dry mouth, excessive thirst, wrinkled skin, little or no urination, dizziness and lightheadedness. In some cases, prolonged intake of Metrogyl Compund Tablet has been associated with leukopenia (low count of white blood cells). Intake of probiotics, prebiotics and plenty of fluids is recommended if you are suffering from dysentery and diarrhea. If you are feeling sick or vomiting, then it is advised to eat simple foods or avoid spicy foods. If a person experiences skin rash or itching after taking Metrogyl Compund Tablet then they should consult with their doctor.

• If you have diarrhea try to drink appropriate amounts of fluids to avoid dehydration. 
• If you have minor diarrhea (less than four stools daily) drinking caffeine-free soft drinks, juices or sport rehydration drinks can be sufficient. 
• If the diarrhea is more severe, specially formulated rehydration drinks should be taken. Consult your doctor immediately.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Upset stomach
• Loss of appetite
• Constipation
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Skin rash
• Dry mouth
• Sharp, unpleasant metallic taste

• Please consult your doctor immediately if have allergic reactions like skin rash, which may be itchy, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, fever or difficulty in breathing.
• Don't stop taking the tablets your infection may come back, Talk to your doctor before you stop taking the tablets and follow their advice.

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect our body. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms, like fevers, chills and fatigue. Bacteria are of various forms comprising commonly of spherical, rod and spiral-shaped. Bacterial infections vary from minor illnesses like sore throat and ear infections to severe brain infections like meningitis and encephalitis. Few harmful bacteria that cause infections include Streptococcus, Staphylococcus and E. coli. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine can make you more prone to bacterial infection.
Amoebic dysentery: It is an intestinal (bowel) illness caused by a parasite (amoeba) known as Entamoeba histolytica spread through human feces (poop). Usually, there are no symptoms, but sometimes it causes diarrhoea (loose stool/poop), nausea (a feeling of sickness in the stomach) and weight loss.