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Metrogyl 400 Tablet
Metronidazole (400 mg)
Metrogyl 400 Tablet is used for treats anaerobic infections and protozoal diseases as prescribed.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹33₹1.63 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Metronidazole (400 mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 Tablet
Best price: ₹33 (₹1.63 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: JB CHEMICALS
Ordering notes
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Composition of Metrogyl 400 Tablet
Metrogyl 400 Tablet contains Metronidazole (400 mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Metrogyl 400 Tablet
Treats anaerobic infections and protozoal diseases as prescribed.
Key benefits
- Targets infections that other antibiotic groups do not reach
How Metrogyl 400 Tablet works
Disrupts DNA synthesis in susceptible organisms.
How to take Metrogyl 400 Tablet
Take with food, complete the full course, avoid alcohol consumption
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 Metrogyl 400 Tablet
Most side effects of Metrogyl are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Metallic taste
- nausea; avoid alcohol (disulfiram-like reaction).
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately 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 Metrogyl 400 Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Do not drink alcohol during and shortly after therapy.
Do not take Metrogyl 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 Metrogyl 400 Tablet
Store at room temperature.
Expert advice for Metrogyl 400 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:
- JB CHEMICALS
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
Substitutes for Metrogyl 400 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Metronidazole (400 mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Metrogyl 400 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flagyl 400 TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 20 Tablet | ₹32 | same price |
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Metrogyl 400 Tablet FAQs
What is Metrogyl 400 Tablet used for?
Metrogyl 400 Tablet is commonly used for Treats anaerobic infections and protozoal diseases as prescribed. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Metrogyl 400 Tablet?
Metrogyl 400 Tablet contains Metronidazole (400 mg). 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 Metrogyl 400 Tablet?
Take with food, complete the full course, avoid alcohol consumption Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Metrogyl 400 Tablet work?
Disrupts DNA synthesis in susceptible organisms.
Is Metrogyl 400 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Metrogyl 400 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 Metrogyl 400 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Metrogyl are Metallic taste, nausea; avoid alcohol (disulfiram-like reaction).. 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 Metrogyl 400 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Metrogyl.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Metrogyl 400 Tablet?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Metrogyl 400 Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Metrogyl 400 Tablet habit forming?
No. Metrogyl 400 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Metrogyl 400 Tablet?
Flagyl 400 Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹32 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Metrogyl 400 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Metrogyl 400 Tablet starts at ₹33 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 Tablet. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Metrogyl 400 Tablet?
Metrogyl 400 Tablet is manufactured by JB CHEMICALS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Metrogyl 400 Tablet delivered?
Metrogyl 400 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.
Metrogyl 400 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Metronidazole (400 mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹33 (₹1.63 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- JB CHEMICALS
- Manufacturer
- JB CHEMICALS
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 Tablet
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Metrogyl 400 Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- 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 Metrogyl 400 Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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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.