Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion
Lupin Ltd

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In-stock 100 ml in 1 bottle
16.74

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections Parasitic infections

COMPOSITION:
Metronidazole (0.50%)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Lactation
CAUTION

Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion should be used with caution during lactation. Breast feeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.If a single dose of Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion 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.

SAFE
Kidney
SAFE

Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion is recommended.Patients undergoing kidney dialysis should take this medicine after the dialysis treatment.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Metronidazole   0.50%

Uses of Lupigyl IV Infusion
Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections.It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.

How to use Lupigyl IV Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Lupigyl IV Infusion works
Lupigyl IV 0.50% Infusion is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Headache, Dryness in mouth, Metallic taste.

Expert advice for Lupigyl IV Infusion
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 Lupigyl iv 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

Q. What is Lupigyl iv?
Lupigyl iv is an antibiotic. It works by killing bacteria and parasites that cause infections in your body.

Q. What is Lupigyl iv used for?
Lupigyl iv is active against anaerobic bacteria and can be used to treat infections of the blood, brain, lung, bones, genital tract, pelvic area, stomach and intestines, gum ulcers and other dental infections, infected leg ulcers, and pressure sores and to prevent infections after surgery.

Q. Is Lupigyl iv safe?
Yes, Lupigyl iv is a relatively safe drug if used in prescribed dose and for prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Lupigyl iv a pain killer?
Lupigyl iv is an antibiotic and not pain killer.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv affect birth control?
There is no evidence of Lupigyl iv affecting birth control (contraception) as no interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor to confirm before taking the two medicines together as you may require a secondary birth control measure while taking Lupigyl iv.

Q. Is Lupigyl iv an over the counter (OTC) product?
No, Lupigyl iv is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It's a prescription medicine.

Q. Can Lupigyl iv cause vomiting?
Vomiting has been reported as a side effect with Lupigyl iv. However, the exact incidence is not known. Consult your doctor if vomiting occurs while you are taking Lupigyl iv.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for urinary tract infections (UTI)?
Lupigyl iv is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria. It can be indicated for the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTI) only if the underlying cause is anaerobic bacteria. Hence, it is always advisable to consult your doctor who would be able to diagnose your infections and give antibiotics accordingly.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for yeast (fungal) infection?
Lupigyl iv is not active against yeast (fungal) infections, hence not recommended to be used for yeast infections.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for chest infection?
Yes, Lupigyl iv can be taken for chest infections only once the cause of infection is diagnosed and the antibiotics are recommended by your doctor.

Q. can I take Lupigyl iv for a sinus infection?
Lupigyl iv can be used for anaerobic sinus infections. Please consult your doctor before taking any antibiotics as the cause of infection must be diagnosed by a doctor before starting the treatment.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for chlamydia?
Lupigyl iv is not active against chlamydia. Please consult your doctor before taking any treatment for chlamydia. Antibiotics should be taken only as advised by your doctor.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for kidney infection?
Lupigyl iv is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria. It can be indicated for the treatment of kidney infection only if the underlying cause is anaerobic bacteria. Hence, it is always advisable to consult your doctor who would be able to diagnose your infections and give antibiotics accordingly.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for bronchitis?
Lupigyl iv is not indicated for the treatment of bronchitis. Consult your doctor if you have symptoms of bronchitis and antibiotics are needed for the same.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for diarrhea?
Lupigyl iv is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria. It can be indicated for the treatment of diarrhea only if the underlying cause is anaerobic bacteria. Hence, it is always advisable to consult your doctor who would be able to diagnose your infections and give antibiotics accordingly.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for a sore throat?
Lupigyl iv is not indicated for the treatment of a sore throat. It is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria. Hence, it is always advisable to consult your doctor who would be able to diagnose your infections and give antibiotics accordingly.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv for the ear infection?
Lupigyl iv is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by anaerobic bacteria. So, it can be used for ear infection only if it is caused by anaerobic bacteria. Please consult your doctor in case antibiotics are needed as the antibiotics should be used only once the cause of infection is properly diagnosed.

Q. Is Lupigyl iv steroid?
Lupigyl iv is not a steroid. It is an antibiotic which acts by killing bacteria.

Q. Is Lupigyl iv carcinogenic?
There is no evidence of Lupigyl iv showing carcinogenicity in humans. However, it has shown cancer like growth in mouse and rat studies. Please consult your doctor if you have any questions related to this.

Q. Is Lupigyl iv an antibiotic?
Yes, Lupigyl iv is an antibiotic. It works by killing bacteria and parasites that cause infections in your body.

Q. Is Lupigyl iv bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Lupigyl iv is a bactericidal (kills bacteria) agent. It works by killing bacteria and parasites that cause infections in your body.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv with doxycycline?
Lupigyl iv can be taken with doxycycline as no interactions have been clinically seen between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv with azithromycin?
Lupigyl iv can be taken with azithromycin as no interactions have been clinically seen between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv with tramadol?
Lupigyl iv can be taken with tramadol as no interactions have been clinically seen between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv with paracetamol?
Lupigyl iv can be taken with paracetamol as no interactions have been clinically seen between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv with fluconazole?
Lupigyl iv can be taken with fluconazole as no interactions have been clinically seen between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Lupigyl iv with gabapentin?
Lupigyl iv can be taken with gabapentin as no interactions have been clinically seen between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can Lupigyl iv delay your period?
Lupigyl iv is not known to delay monthly period. Consult your doctor if it occurs as this could be due to some other condition which needs attention.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv affect birth control?
No, Lupigyl iv is not shown to affect birth control. It is an antibiotic and works in your body by killing bacteria and parasites that cause infection.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv make you fertile?
Lupigyl iv plays no role in the treatment of infertility. It is an antibiotic and works in your body by killing bacteria and parasites that cause infection.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv cause dark urine?
Dark urine has been reported to be an uncommon side effect with Lupigyl iv. If you develop dark urine, talk to your doctor immediately. You may need to stop the medicine.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv cause constipation?
Yes, Lupigyl iv may cause constipation. Consult your doctor if you have constipation during Lupigyl iv therapy.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv contain sulfa?
Lupigyl iv is not a sulfa-containing drug.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv make you feel tired?
Tiredness has not been reported as a side effect of Lupigyl iv. In case you experience tiredness while taking Lupigyl iv. Please consult your doctor.

Q. Does Lupigyl iv cause nausea?
There have been reports that Lupigyl iv may cause nausea. However, the exact incidence is not known. Consult your doctor if nausea occurs and persists for a long time when you are taking Lupigyl iv.

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