Dygyl Infusion 100ml

Introduction About DYGYL INFUSION

DYGYL INFUSION contains Metronidazole which belongs to the group of medicines
called Antibiotics. It is used to manage various bacterial and parasitic
infections in the body such as intra-abdominal infections (Ex. peritonitis,
intra-abdominal abscess and liver abscess), skin and skin structure infections,
genital tract infections (Ex. endometritis, endomyometritis, tubo-ovarian
abscess), blood infections (Ex. sepsis), bone and joint infections, brain
infections (Ex. meningitis), respiratory tract infections (Ex. pneumonia, lung
abscess), and infections on the membranes covering the heart (endocarditis).

It may also reduce the incidence of post-surgical infections among patients
undergoing abdominal, gynaecological, gastrointestinal or colorectal surgery.
DYGYL INFUSION is suitable for use both in adults and in children and used only
when management with oral medicines is not possible.

DYGYL INFUSION should be used under careful medical supervision. It is important
to take the full course of the therapy to achieve better control over infection.
Failure or skipping doses in between the therapy may not result in adequate
infection control. Avoid consum
as it could increase the risk of dizziness and drowsiness.

Before receiving DYGYL INFUSION inform your doctor if you have any problems in
your liver or kidneys. You must also inform your doctor if you have any problems
in your nervous system, blood disorders or any genetic disorders as a
precaution. Do not receive this medicine without consulting your doctor if you
are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effects of receiving DYGYL INFUSION are changes in taste,
swollen and inflamed tongue, sore and dry mouth and muscle pain. Consult your
doctor if any of these side effect troubles you.

Uses Of DYGYL INFUSION

It is used in adults and in children to manage various bacterial and parasitic
infections in the body such as:

• intra-abdominal infections (Ex. peritonitis, intra-abdominal abscess and liver abscess)
• skin and skin structure infections
• genital tract infections (Ex. endometritis, endomyometritis, tubo-ovarian abscess)
• blood infections (Ex. sepsis)
• bone and joint infections
• brain infections (Ex. meningitis)
• respiratory tract infections (Ex. pneumonia, lung abscess)
• infections on the membranes covering the heart (endocarditis)

It may also reduce the incidence of post-surgical infections among patients
undergoing abdominal, gynaecological, gastrointestinal or colorectal surgery.

How DYGYL INFUSION Works

DYGYL INFUSION is an antiprotozoal agent with antibacterial properties. It works
by killing the bacteria and parasites that cause infections in the body. This
destroys the infection causing germs within the body and manages their further
growth and multiplication which therefore reduces the severity of the infection.

How to use DYGYL INFUSION

DYGYL INFUSION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein as
an intravenous infusion.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you
depending upon your age, body weight and severity of infection. Do not stop
therapy or skip doses in between the therapy to achieve better control over
infection.

Side Effects Of DYGYL INFUSION

Common

• Changes in taste sensation
• Swollen and inflamed tongue (glossitis)
• Sore mouth (stomatitis)
• Dryness of mouth
• Muscle pain

Uncommon

• Low WBC count in blood
• Headache

Rare

• Hallucination
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness
• Difficulty in speaking
• Eye nerve damage causing vision problems
• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting
• Dark urine or abnormal urine discoloration
• Fever

Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side
effects after receiving DYGYL INFUSION:

• fits (seizures)
• signs of brain disease called encephalopathy (such as fever, stiff neck, headache, seeing things which aren’t there, confusion, difficulties in using your arms and legs, problems with speaking)
• inflammation of the lining of the brain (meningitis) causing fever, stiff neck, nausea, vomiting, headache, extreme light sensitivity
• nerve damage causing tingling or numbness of body parts especially in the hands and feet
• signs of severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, throat or tongue causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
• severe stomach pain which may reach through to your back (signs of inflammation in the pancreas)
• signs of a liver problem (such as yellowing of skin and eyes)
• severe skin reactions (such as widespread skin rash, blistering, peeling or bleeding on any part of the skin with fever, chills, enlarged lymph nodes and malaise or pink or reddish skin lesions on palms or soles)

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Diarrhea

Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself hydrated.
Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not consume any medicine on your own
without consulting your doctor. If your diarrhea worsens, contact your doctor
immediately.

Headache

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as
water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be
beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your
headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Take DYGYL INFUSION with, or just after meals. Stick to simple meals. Avoid
eating oily or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if the symptoms are worsening.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Monitoring requiredDYGYL INFUSION is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered
necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Breastfeeding

ContraindicatedDYGYL INFUSION may pass through breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended
for use in breastfeeding women. However, consult your doctor before receiving
it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDYGYL INFUSION may cause dizziness, sleepiness, hallucination or confusion.
Therefore, do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability
is affected by this medicine.

!### Alcohol

Consult your doctorAvoid consum
unpleasant side effects such as nausea and vomiting, stomach pain, hot flashes,
irregular heartbeat and headache.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionDYGYL INFUSION should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems
(including dialysis). Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Liver

Use with CautionDYGYL INFUSION should be used with caution in patients with liver problems.
Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedTalk to your doctor before receiving DYGYL INFUSION if you are allergic to
Metronidazole.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Use with CautionDYGYL INFUSION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged
below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionDYGYL INFUSION should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore,
consult your doctor before receiving it.

Others

DYGYL INFUSION is not recommended for use if you:

• have Cockayne syndrome (a rare genetic disorder characterized by short stature, low intellectual ability and neurological problems)

Before receiving DYGYL INFUSION, inform your doctor if you:

• have any diseases affecting your nervous system
• have a tendency of developing edema easily
• have blood dyscrasias (a blood condition affecting blood components, bone marrow, lymph and blood vessels)
• are restricted to consume sodium (table salt)

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving DYGYL INFUSION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the
following medicine:

• anti-coagulants (medicines used for thinning the blood) Ex. warfarin
• lithium (a medicine used to manage mental illness)
• medicines used to manage fits (convulsions) Ex. phenytoin, primidone, phenobarbitone
• medicines used to manage blood cancer and other forms of cancer (Ex. 5-fluorouracil, busulfan)
• ciclosporin, tacrolimus (medicines used to manage rejection of organs after transplantation)
• disulfiram (medicine used to manage alcoholism)
• alcohol
• cimetidine (a medicine used to manage stomach ulcers)
• rifampicin (a medicine used to manage tuberculosis)

Overdosage:

DYGYL INFUSION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a
hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your
doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Metronidazole
Pharmacological Category	:	Miscellaneous Antibiotics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Bacterial and Parasitic infections
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Gel, Ointment, Infusion, Injection, Syrup, Suspension, Liquid

More Information

• Keep DYGYL INFUSION out of reach of children
• Do not store above 25°C

FAQs About DYGYL INFUSION

Q: What is the use of DYGYL INFUSION?

A: DYGYL INFUSION is used to manage various bacterial and parasitic infections
in the body such as intra-abdominal infections (Ex. peritonitis), skin and skin
structure infections, genital tract infections (Ex. endometritis), blood
infections (Ex. sepsis), bone and joint infections, brain infections (Ex.
meningitis), respiratory tract infections (Ex. pneumonia, lung abscess), and
infections on the membranes covering the heart (endocarditis). It may also
reduce the incidence of post-surgical infections among patients undergoing
abdominal, gynaecological, gastrointestinal or colorectal surgery.

Q: How DYGYL INFUSION works in my body?

A: DYGYL INFUSION is an antiprotozoal agent with antibacterial properties. It
works by killing the bacteria and parasites that cause infections in the body.
This destroys the infection causing germs within the body and manages their
further growth and multiplication which therefore reduces the severity of the
infection.

Q: How DYGYL INFUSION is administered?

A: DYGYL INFUSION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein
as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and
duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of
infection.

Q: What precautions must be taken during management with DYGYL INFUSION?

A: Before receiving DYGYL INFUSION inform your doctor if you have any problems
in your liver or kidneys. You must also inform your doctor if you have any
problems in your nervous system, blood disorders or any genetic disorders as a
precaution. Do not receive this medicine without consulting your doctor if you
are pregnant or breastfeeding. Take the full course of the therapy to achieve
better control over infection. Failure or skipping doses in between the therapy
may not result in adequate infection control. Avoid consum
receiving DYGYL INFUSION as it could increase the risk of dizziness and
drowsiness.

Q: Can DYGYL INFUSION be used in children?

A: DYGYL INFUSION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged
below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it. Your doctor
will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your
age, body weight and severity of infection.

Q: Can DYGYL INFUSION manage viral infections?

A: No. DYGYL INFUSION cannot manage viral infections. It manages only bacterial
and parasitic infections. It acts by killing the susce
responsible for causing infections, and therefore not effective against any
viral infections.

Q: What kind of infections that DYGYL INFUSION can manage?

A: DYGYL INFUSION is an antibiotic with antiprotozoal effects. It is used to
manage infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It kills harmful germs by
damaging their DNA. It can manage bacterial and parasitic infections such as
intra-abdominal infections (Ex. peritonitis), skin and skin structure
infections, genital tract infections (Ex. endometritis), blood infections (Ex.
sepsis), bone and joint infections, brain infections (Ex. meningitis),
respiratory tract infections (Ex. pneumonia, lung abscess), and infections on
the membranes covering the heart (endocarditis). It may also reduce the
incidence of post-surgical infections among patients undergoing abdominal,
gynaecological, gastrointestinal or colorectal surgery.

Q: Can the use of DYGYL INFUSION cause diarrhea?

A: DYGYL INFUSION may cause diarrhea in some individuals. If you experience
diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself
hydrated. Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not consume any medicine on
your own without consulting your doctor. If your diarrhea worsens contact your
doctor immediately.

Q: Can I stop therapy with DYGYL INFUSION once my symptoms subside?

A: Do not stop therapy with DYGYL INFUSION once your symptoms subside. It is
important to take the full course of DYGYL INFUSION to achieve better results.
Failing to complete the full course of the therapy or skipping doses in between
the therapy may not result in adequate infection control. It may also cause your
symptoms to reappear.

Q: What arethe common side effects of receiving DYGYL INFUSION?

A: The most common side effects of receiving DYGYL INFUSION are changes in
taste, swollen and inflamed tongue, sore and dry mouth and muscle pain. Consult
your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you.

Q: For how long should I receive DYGYL INFUSION?

A: TakeDYGYL INFUSION for the stipulated duration as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not skip the medicine or stop receiving it on your own as it may cause the
infection to become severe.

Q: Can [GBNKEYWORD] be used in patients with kidney problems?

A: DYGYL INFUSION should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems.
Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.

Q: Can I consume alcohol while taking DYGYL INFUSION?

A: No. Avoid consum
cause unpleasant side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, hot
flashes, irregular heartbeat and headache. Consult your doctor immediately if
you accidently took alcohol and experience these symptoms.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Liver Function Test
• Complete Blood Count