metronidazole
Brand names: Metronidazole
# Metronidazole: What You Should Know Metronidazole is an antibiotic that fights infections caused by certain bacteria and parasites in your body. Doctors prescribe it to treat infections in different parts of your body, including your stomach, intestines, and reproductive system. This medication works by stopping harmful germs from growing and multiplying. It comes in different forms, such as pills and liquids, so your doctor can choose the best option for your condition. While taking metronidazole, there are some important safety rules to follow. You should never drink alcohol or use products containing alcohol while taking this medicine, as it can cause serious side effects like nausea, vomiting, and headaches. You also shouldn't take metronidazole if you've recently taken a medication called disulfiram, as combining them can cause dangerous reactions. Make sure to tell your doctor about all the other medicines you're taking, and always take metronidazole exactly as prescribed, even if you start feeling better before finishing the full course of treatment.
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Check Your Medications →Most Reported Side Effects (FAERS)
- DRUG INEFFECTIVE5,501 reports
- NAUSEA4,815 reports
- DIARRHOEA4,212 reports
- OFF LABEL USE4,116 reports
- VOMITING3,358 reports
- PYREXIA3,269 reports
- PAIN3,163 reports
- DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY3,147 reports
- ABDOMINAL PAIN3,021 reports
- HEADACHE2,990 reports
Source: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Voluntary reports do not establish causation.
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