Medications and Drugs

GENERIC NAME: METRONIDAZOLE SUSTAINED ACTION - ORAL (meh-troh-NID-uh-zole)

BRAND NAME(S): Flagyl ER

Medication Uses | Other Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This form of metronidazole is used for vaginal infections.

OTHER USES: This drug may also be used for other infections.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth once daily or as directed by your doctor. Best taken on an empty stomach at least one hour before or two hours after a meal. This medication must be swallowed whole. Do not crush or chew them before swallowing. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the medication at the same time each day. Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.

SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, headache, diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, change in taste sensation or dry mouth may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor. Unlikely but report: seizures, loss of consciousness, tingling of the hands or feet. Very unlikely but report: unsteadiness, mood/mental changes, rash, itching, sore throat, fever, severe stomach pain, vomiting, vaginal irritation. This drug may cause urine to darken in color. This is not harmful. In the unlikely event you have a serious allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.