Arilin
Arilin is an antibiotic that treats infections caused by single-celled parasites and certain bacteria.
Form
tabletti, kalvopäällysteinen
Strength
250 mg
Active Ingredient
Metronidazole
Manufacturer
Dr. August Wolff GmbH & Co. KG Arzneimittel
How to Use
Dosage
For adults and teenagers over 12, the usual daily dose is 1 to 8 Arilin 250 mg tablets.
Method
Swallow the tablets whole with enough liquid, either during or after a meal. Do not chew them.
Important
Do not take more than 8 tablets (2 grams of metronidazole) in a single day. Treatment usually lasts no longer than 10 days.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Changes in taste (e.g., metallic taste).
- •Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pressure, or diarrhea.
- •Dark urine, coated tongue, or inflammation of the tongue or mouth.
RARE
- •Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, or trouble sleeping.
- •Problems with coordination or convulsions (seizures).
- •Skin reactions like rash, itching, hives, or redness with a feeling of warmth.
- •Temporary vision problems (e.g., double vision, blurred vision, changes in color vision, nearsightedness).
- •Mental changes like confusion, irritation, depression, or seeing/hearing things that aren't there (hallucinations).
Important Warnings
- Do not take Arilin if you are allergic to metronidazole, other similar medicines (5-nitroimidazole derivatives), wheat starch, or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Stop treatment and contact your doctor right away if you get severe or long-lasting diarrhea. This could be a serious bowel problem that needs urgent medical care.
- If you have Cockayne syndrome, your doctor will regularly check your liver function during and after Arilin treatment, as this medicine can cause severe liver damage, even death.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking Arilin. It can cause side effects like facial flushing, nausea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness.
- Seek immediate medical help if you experience sudden, severe allergic reactions, such as trouble breathing, swelling of your face or throat, dizziness, or vomiting.
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- Tell your doctor if you feel numbness or tingling in your arms or legs. These could be signs of nerve damage.