Acrogyl 200mg/5ml Suspension
METRONIDAZOLE


Can I drink alcohol while using Acrogyl?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Acrogyl and for at least 3 days after completely stopping the medicine. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfuram like reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.

Can I stop taking Acrogyl when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Acrogyl and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Hence, if you stop taking the medicine before completing the course, your infection may come back. Consult your doctor before you stop taking Acrogyl and follow their advice.

What if I take more than the recommended dose of Acrogyl?
If you have taken Acrogyl in excess (more than the recommended dose), immediately contact your doctor or report to the nearest hospital. Overdose of Acrogyl may cause loss of appetite, metallic taste, headache, dizziness, insomnia or drowsiness.

Can I drink alcohol while using Acrogyl?
No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Acrogyl. Moreover, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (disulfiram like reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.

How long does Acrogyl take to work?
Usually, Acrogyl starts working within 1 hour of its ingestion. However, it may take around 2-3 days to make you feel better while taking Acrogyl. If you do not experience any significant reduction in your symptoms, consult your doctor.

What if there is no improvement after using Acrogyl?
Inform your doctor if you didnt feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.