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Sez Forte 1gm Tablet

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Product introduction

Sez Forte 1gm Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria and parasites. It is used to treat infections of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, and skin.

Used in treating many bacterial infections of various organs of the body

Uses of Sez Tablet

  • Bacterial & parasitic infections

Benefits of Sez Tablet

In Bacterial & parasitic infections

Sez Forte 1gm Tablet helps treat many different infections such as those of the liver, stomach, intestines, vagina, brain, heart, lungs, bones, and skin that are caused by bacteria and parasites. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. It usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria and parasites are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Sez Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sez

  • Gastrointestinal disturbance
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Metallic taste
  • Glossitis (tongue inflammation)
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

How to use Sez Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sez Forte 1gm Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Sez Forte 1gm Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sez Forte 1gm Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Sez Forte 1gm Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Sez Forte 1gm Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Sez Forte 1gm Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sez Forte 1gm Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sez Forte 1gm Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Always take the complete course of treatment, as advised by your doctor, even if you feel better.
  • It may cause side effects like nausea, stomach upset, and a metallic taste in the mouth.
  • Sez Forte 1gm Tablet used in a high dose or for a prolonged time increases the risk of side effects such as nerve damage. Take it only as prescribed by your doctor.
  • Do not drink alcohol during or for 2-3 days after treatment with this medicine. You may develop nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache.
  • Inform your doctor if you have  liver disease. Your dose may need to be adjusted in severe liver disease.
  • Sez Forte 1gm Tablet treats infections caused by bacteria and parasites.
  • It may also be used to prevent infections following surgery.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Nitroimidazole
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
5-Nitroimidazole (Antiprotozoal & Antibacterial)

Patient concerns

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.
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Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
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FAQs

Q. Is Sez Forte 1gm Tablet effective?

Sez Forte 1gm Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Sez Forte 1gm Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Sez Forte 1gm Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Sez Forte 1gm Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Why is it harmful to drink alcohol while using Sez Forte 1gm Tablet?

Alcohol should be strictly avoided while taking Sez Forte 1gm Tablet.Moreover, you should avoid alcohol even after 3 days of finishing the complete course. Drinking alcohol can cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfiram reaction) with symptoms such as stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.

Q. Is Sez Forte 1gm Tablet safe?

Sez Forte 1gm Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. Can I stop taking Sez Forte 1gm Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Sez Forte 1gm Tablet. 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 Sez Forte 1gm Tablet and follow their advice.

Q. What are the side effects of Sez Forte 1gm Tablet?

The most common side effects of Sez Forte 1gm Tablet are headache, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, vaginal yeast infection and vaginal itching. These side effects are usually not bothersome. But if you are concerned or if any of these persists for a long duration, consult your doctor.

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Name: Chemo Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: plot no : 1, new ahmedabad indl. estate, vill. morraiya, tal, sanand rd, changodar, gujarat 382213
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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