Manufacturers

Agron Remedies Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Nalidixic Acid (300mg) + Metronidazole (200mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

Benefits

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. Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Description

Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to treat the infection.Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor. It is advised to take proper rest during the course of treatment for the medicine to work effectively.

How To Use

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. Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction). | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CAUTION

Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.If a single dose of Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet is used, it is recommended to hold breastfeeding for 12-24 hours to allow the removal of the drug. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet 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. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised if this medicine is to be taken for a long time. | - Liver : CAUTION

Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging Detail

strip of 10 tablets

Package

Strip

Qty

10

Product Form

Tablet

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL

Primary Use

Diarrhea|Dysentery

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Diarrhea|Dysentery

Common Side Effect

Nausea | Dryness in mouth | Metallic taste | Headache

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

CAUTION

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CAUTION

Liverinteraction

CAUTION

Manufacturer Address

Opp. Naveen Anaj Mandi, Sarverkhera Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar Uttarakhand

Q A

Q. What if I don't get better after using Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet?::: Inform your doctor if you don'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 stop taking Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.| Q. What if I miss my dose?::: Take Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

How It Works

Betadix 300mg/200mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Nalidixic Acid and Metronidazole. Nalidixic Acid works by preventing the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing the bacteria. Metronidazole kills parasites and anaerobic bacteria that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Marketer Details

Agron Remedies Pvt Ltd | Opp. Naveen Anaj Mandi, Sarverkhera Kashipur, Udham Singh Nagar Uttarakhand

Reference

MedIndia. Levofloxacin. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.medindia.net/drug-price/levofloxacin/novaflox-oz.htm | Metronidazole. New York, New York: Pfizer; 2010. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Availabel from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/020334s004lbl.pdf | Nalidixic Acid. Bridgewater, New Jersey: Sanofi-Aventis U.S; 2012. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/014214s060lbl.pdf | Metronidazole. New York, New York: Pfizer; 2013. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2013/012623s065lbl.pdf | ScienceDirect. Nalidixic Acid. [Accessed 15 Apr.] (online) Available from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/nalidixic-acid