Metrofur Plus Tablet is a prescription medicine for diarrhoea, including diarrhoea caused by bacterial or parasitic infection. It combines metronidazole 200 mg (antibiotic), dicyclomine 10 mg (relaxes gut spasm) and loperamide 1.5 mg (slows gut movement). It is not suitable for everyone, so read the precautions.
Last reviewed: November 2026. General information only, not medical advice. Contents and strengths can differ by manufacturer and batch, so always check your pack and follow your doctor.
Quick Facts
| Salts | Metronidazole 200 mg + Dicyclomine 10 mg + Loperamide 1.5 mg |
| Type | Anti-diarrhoeal tablet |
| Marketer | Torque Pharmaceuticals |
| Prescription | Required (Rx) |
| Therapeutic class | Gastrointestinal |
Metrofur Plus Tablet Composition
- Metronidazole 200 mg (antibiotic)
- Dicyclomine 10 mg (antispasmodic)
- Loperamide 1.5 mg (slows intestinal movement)
What Is Metrofur Plus Tablet Used For?
- Diarrhoea, including bacterial or parasitic causes
- Cramping abdominal pain with loose stools
How It Works
Metronidazole treats certain infections, dicyclomine eases cramps and loperamide reduces how often you pass stool.
How to Take It
Take as your doctor advises, with or after food, swallowed whole. Finish the full course even if you feel better. Drink plenty of fluids, especially ORS, and see a doctor if diarrhoea lasts more than 48 hours.
Possible Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
- Nausea and metallic taste
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Dizziness, blurred vision or sleepiness
- Weakness
Seek urgent help for rash, swelling, severe abdominal pain or swelling, blood in stool, or high fever.
Precautions and Who Should Be Careful
- Avoid alcohol during treatment and for 4 days after, because metronidazole can cause a severe reaction (flushing, rapid heartbeat, headache, vomiting)
- Not recommended in pregnancy; unsafe in breastfeeding
- Avoid driving, as it may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision
- Use caution in kidney or liver disease
- Avoid loperamide-type medicines if you have bloody diarrhoea or high fever unless your doctor says so
- Tell your doctor about all other medicines you take
- Store below 30 C
Key Points to Remember
- Combination of antibiotic, antispasmodic and anti-diarrhoeal
- Prescription medicine, finish the course
- Absolutely avoid alcohol during and 4 days after
- See a doctor if diarrhoea lasts over 48 hours
When to Contact a Doctor
- Diarrhoea lasts more than 48 hours
- Blood in stool or high fever
- Signs of dehydration
- Children, older adults or pregnant women with diarrhoea
Practical Tips
- Sip ORS often
- Eat light food such as khichdi, curd and banana
- Wash hands and drink clean water
- Avoid milk-heavy and oily food until stools settle
Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Pharmacist
- Do I need a stool test?
- Is this safe with my other medicines?
- How long should I take it?
- When should I stop and come back?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metrofur Plus used for?
It is used for diarrhoea, including cases caused by bacterial or parasitic infection.
What does Metrofur Plus contain?
Metronidazole 200 mg, dicyclomine 10 mg and loperamide 1.5 mg.
Can I drink alcohol with Metrofur Plus?
No. Avoid alcohol during treatment and for 4 days after because of the metronidazole.
Is Metrofur Plus safe in pregnancy?
It is not recommended in pregnancy and is unsafe while breastfeeding, so ask your doctor.
Further reading: MedlinePlus (NIH): Metronidazole