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Metro 50 mg Tablet
Metronidazole (50mg)
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Metro 50 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Metronidazole (50mg)
Available variants: tablet 50 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹45 (₹4.47 per tablet)
MRP: ₹47
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: CAPITAL PHARMA
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Metro 50 mg Tablet
Metro 50 mg Tablet contains Metronidazole (50mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Metro 50 mg Tablet
- Bacterial infection
- Gut infection
- Skin infection
- Dental infection
Benefits of Metro 50 mg Tablet
- In Bacterial infection
- Metro treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return.
- In Gut infection
- Metro clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
- In Skin infection
- Metro treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
- In Dental infection
- Metro treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.
How Metro 50 mg Tablet works
Metronidazole kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
How to take Metro 50 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or just after food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Metro 50 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Metro are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Nausea
- Metallic taste
- Loose motions
- Stomach pain
- Headache
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Metro 50 mg Tablet
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingCAUTION
- May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.
Do not take Metro if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
How to store Metro 50 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Metro 50 mg Tablet
- Space the doses evenly and complete the course.
- Take tetracyclines with a full glass of water and stay upright for half an hour afterwards.
- Never use a leftover antibiotic, or someone else's, for a new illness.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- CAPITAL PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
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Metro 50 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Metro 50 mg Tablet used for?
Metro 50 mg Tablet is commonly used for bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Metro 50 mg Tablet?
Bacterial infection: Metro treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return. It is also used for gut infection, skin infection, dental infection.
What is the salt in Metro 50 mg Tablet?
Metro 50 mg Tablet contains Metronidazole (50mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Metro 50 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Metro 50 mg Tablet work?
Metronidazole kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
Is Metro 50 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Metro 50 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Metro 50 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Metro are Nausea, Metallic taste, Loose motions, Stomach pain, Headache. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Metro 50 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Metro 50 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Metro.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Metro 50 mg Tablet?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Metro 50 mg Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Metro 50 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Metro 50 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Metro 50 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Metro 50 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Metro 50 mg Tablet starts at ₹45 (MRP ₹47) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 50 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Metro 50 mg Tablet?
Metro 50 mg Tablet is manufactured by CAPITAL PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Metro 50 mg Tablet delivered?
Metro 50 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Metro 50 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metronidazole (50mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹45 (₹4.47 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹47
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- CAPITAL PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- CAPITAL PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 50 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Metro 50 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.