IDOZOL TAB

Overview

IDOZOL TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

IDOZOL TAB is composed of: CLIOQUINOL ( ), METRONIDAZOLE ( )

Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is used in the treatmentof skin infections, fungal infections  and bacterial infections of external ear. Clioquinol belongs to a category of drugs called ashydroxyquinoline antifungal agents. It acts by interacting with DNA synthesis thus killing the fungi that are responsible for causing the infection. It may be combined with a steroid (to reduce inflammation) or an antibacterial agent (to reduce bacterial infection).Clioquinol and hydrocortisone is a combinedanti-infective and cortisone-like medicine. Clioquinol and hydrocortisone topical preparation is used to treat infections of the skin and to help provide relief from the redness, itching, and discomfort of many skin problems


Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections. It is used in infections of the brain, reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, vagina, and other areas of the body.

Usage

CLIOQUINOL is generally used to treat: Deep Skin Infection, Fungal Infection, Bacterial Infection, Tinea Pedis

METRONIDAZOLE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Brain Infection, Deep Skin Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Precautions for IDOZOL TAB and its Constituents


  • Inform your doctor if you are going to undergo thyroid or urine tests as it may interfere with test results.
  • Do not use the clioquinol for more than prescribed duration to avoid toxicity. Clioquinol skin application may affect the results of thyroid function tests for iodine content and ferric chloride test of phenylketonuria.
  • Tell your doctor before using clioquinol if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Clioquinol should not be used formore than 1 week. If your skin problem does not improve in 1 week, or if it becomes worse, check with your doctor.
  • Clioquinol should not be used to treat large areas of the skin or large openskin lesions. If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor.
  • Clioquinol may turn yellow in color when exposed to air. It may stainclothing, skin, hair, and nails yellow. Avoid getting clioquinol on your clothing since bleaching may not remove the stain.Before you have any medical tests, tell the doctor in charge that you areusing clioquinol. The results of some tests may be affected by clioquinol.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of nerve, brain, Crohn�s disease, liver impairment, seizures, heart disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.


Symptoms of Overdosage

CLIOQUINOL over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing
METRONIDAZOLE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit, Dizziness, Loss Of Balance, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Skin Rash, Hives, Agitation, Back Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Eyes Pain, Fever, Head Headache, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Vomit, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Nasal Congestion, Runny Nose

Serious Side-Effects

METRONIDAZOLE : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Abdomen Pain, Throat Soreness, Eyes Pain, Head Headache

Rare Side-Effects

CLIOQUINOL : Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Skin Irritation, Body Discoloration
METRONIDAZOLE : Chest Pain, Constipation, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Disease Interactions

METRONIDAZOLE can interfere with: Peripheral Neuropathy, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Alcoholism, Acute Liver Failure, Congestive Heart Disease, Hypertension, Edema, Hypernatremia

Technical Classification

CLIOQUINOL is categorized as: TOPICAL ANTIFUNGALS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS
METRONIDAZOLE is categorized as:
  • AMEBICIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
  • MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for IDOZOL TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

IDOZOL TABINR 14.43 for 10 TABLETSCLIOQUINOL , METRONIDAZOLE