Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm

Question 1

How does Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm work?

Accepted Answer

Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm is a combination of antiseptic and antibiotics medicines that help treat skin infections of wounds, burns and cuts. Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. As a small molecule, Iodine in Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm can easily penetrate microorganisms and oxidizes essential proteins, nucleotides, and fatty acids, leading to cell death.

Question 2

Can I use Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm with other medicines?

Accepted Answer

Please consult your doctor if you use other topical medicines before starting Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm. However, products containing enzymatic components, alkali, mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, tannic acid and taurolidine may interact with Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm and should not be used simultaneously.

Question 3

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm?

Accepted Answer

Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm should be used with proper caution and doctor consultation if you have any liver disease, kidney disease, goitre (abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland), thyroid nodules or other non-acute thyroid diseases. Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment.

Question 4

When should I avoid using Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm?

Accepted Answer

Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm is not recommended for use if you are undergoing lithium therapy or radioactive iodine treatment. Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm should not be used before or after radioiodine scintigraphy or radioiodine treatment of thyroid carcinoma. In such conditions, please consult your doctor before using Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm.

Question 5

Does Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm cause abnormal test results?

Accepted Answer

Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm may interfere with thyroid function tests due to iodine absorption. Please ask your doctor before starting Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm if you have any history of thyroid problems. A Metrogyl-P 2% Ointment 20 gm can also show false-positive lab results, such as tests with toluidine or gum guaiac, to determine haemoglobin or glucose in the stool or the urine.

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