Prescription Required

Kumagyl Forte Tablet

by Kumayun Drugs Pvt Ltd

₹50

Kumagyl Forte Tablet

Introduction to Kumagyl Forte Tablet

Kumagyl Forte Tablet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, dryness in mouth, flatulence, headache, and metallic taste. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Safety Advice for Kumagyl Forte Tablet

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Consuming alcohol while taking Kumagyl Forte Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

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Kumagyl Forte 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.

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Information regarding the use of Kumagyl Forte Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

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Kumagyl Forte Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Kumagyl Forte 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.

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There is limited information available on the use of Kumagyl Forte Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Kumagyl Forte Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Kumagyl Forte Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How Kumagyl Forte Tablet works

Kumagyl Forte Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Metronidazole, diloxanide and simethicone. Metronidazole is an antibiotic which kills bacteria and other infectious microorganisms by damaging the DNA. Diloxanide is combined with metronidazole in case of severe intestinal infections. Diloxanide is a luminal amoebicide which acts inside the intestines to kill the infection-causing microorganisms (amoeba). Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

How To Use Kumagyl Forte Tablet

  • 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. Kumagyl Forte Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects Of Kumagyl Forte Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Flatulence
  • Headache
  • Metallic taste

FAQ's on Kumagyl Forte Tablet

Can I stop taking Kumagyl when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Kumagyl and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I dont get better after using Kumagyl?

Inform your doctor if you dont feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

What if I miss my dose?

Take Kumagyl as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if its almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Prescription Required

Kumagyl Forte Tablet

by Kumayun Drugs Pvt Ltd

₹50

Kumagyl Forte Tablet

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