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Metronidazole (Flagyl) is a prescription antibiotic used for parasitic, bacterial infections like Giardia, bacterial vaginosis, other vaginal infections, c. difficile infection, H. pylori infection, and acne rosacea. Side effects, drug interactions, warnings and precautions, and pregnancy safety information should be reviewed prior to taking any medication.

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