What is metronidazole?

Flagyl 500 mg Tab
Drug Name: METRONIDAZOLE-ORAL
Other Brand Names: Flagyl
Uses: Metronidazole is used to treat a variety of infections. It belongs to a class of antibiotics known as nitroimidazoles. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria and protozoa. This antibiotic only treats bacterial and protozoal infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
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For starters, I am 24 weeks pregnant. When I went for my check up, my OB/GYN told me that I...
Hey there I am currently 23 weeks pregnant and yesterday at my dr visit I was told I had BV...
I have BV and was prescribed metronidazole 750mg tabs once a day x 7 days. My last pill is ...
Hello I am 25 years old and I recent had my first pap smear and was told I had BV, bacteria...
So here is what is going on - I have been taking ortho tri cyclen lo faithfully every night...
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I've had Bacterial Vaginosis for more than a week (currently taking Metronidazole) and...
I was diagnosed with mild vaginitis at my annual exam last week and prescribed metronidazol...
I have had a problem with yellow discharge for years now. It first started when i had unpro...
Hello there; I am currently ending a medication run of Flagyl 500mg for 7 days. Approximate...
- Sep 02, 2011
I have a really wierd discharge from my penis after successful Chlamydia treatment. During...