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Neo-Metric and Neurologic toxicity

Result of checking the interaction of drug Neo-Metric and disease Neurologic toxicity for safety when used together.

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Neo-Metric <> Neurologic toxicity

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

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Metronidazole may be systemically absorbed when applied to the skin or mucosal membranes. The use of oral and intravenous metronidazole has been associated with the development of nervous system toxicity including convulsive seizures and dose-related peripheral neuropathy, the latter characterized primarily by numbness or paresthesia of an extremity. Persistent peripheral neuropathy has been reported in some patients treated for prolonged periods. Other neurologic adverse effects include vertigo, incoordination, ataxia, confusion, agitation, hallucinations, and depression. Therapy with topical metronidazole should be administered cautiously in patients with or predisposed to seizures or other nervous system abnormalities. Metronidazole therapy should be discontinued promptly if neurologic disturbances occur.

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