Eflaron Oral Suspension (200mg/5ml) is a liquid prescription medication. It contains metronidazole (as benzoate), which acts as an effective antibiotic and anti-parasitic treatment.
Essential Drug Information
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Active Ingredient: Metronidazole (200 mg per 5 ml).
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Therapeutic Class: Antiprotozoal / Antibacterial.
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Common Indications: Used primarily to treat a wide variety of bacterial and parasitic infections, including amoebiasis, giardiasis, trichomoniasis, dental infections, and pelvic or abdominal infections caused by anaerobic bacteria.
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Legal Status: Requires a valid doctor's prescription under the regulations of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya.
Usage & Administration Guidelines
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Shake the Bottle Thoroughly: Always shake the oral suspension well before measuring each administration to ensure the medication is evenly distributed.
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Use a Calibrated Dosing Device: Never use a standard kitchen teaspoon or tablespoon, as they are not accurate. Use the oral syringe, measuring spoon, or marked cup provided with the medicine.
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Follow the Exact Schedule: Metronidazole is usually scheduled at regular intervals throughout the day as directed by a healthcare professional. Ensure you or your child completes the full prescribed course, even if symptoms improve early, to prevent the return of a resistant infection.
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Food Interactions: It can be taken with or without food. However, taking it with a meal or a glass of milk can help reduce stomach upset.
Critical Safety Warnings
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Alcohol Interaction: Strictly avoid alcohol during treatment and for at least 48 to 72 hours after the final administration. Combining metronidazole with alcohol triggers a severe "antabuse-like" reaction, causing intense nausea, vomiting, rapid heart rate, flushing, and severe headaches.
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Common Side Effects: Users may experience gastrointestinal discomfort (nausea or diarrhea), a temporary metallic taste in the mouth, or a dark/brownish urine discoloration (which is harmless).
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When to Seek Immediate Medical Help: Contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs of an allergic reaction (rash, swelling) or neurological symptoms such as dizziness, confusion, or tingling in the hands and feet.
