What is Metronidazole?
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that
fights bacteria.
Metronidazole is used to treat
bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach, liver, skin, joints, brain, and
respiratory tract.
Metronidazole will not treat a
vaginal yeast infection.
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).
Metronidazole side effects:
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vision problems, pain behind your eyes;
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weakness, confusion, slurred speech, problems with coordination;
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trouble sleeping, depression, feeling irritable;
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a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
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a seizure;
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fever, neck stiffness, increased sensitivity to light, purple spots on the
skin;
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numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands or feet;
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severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody; or
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blisters or ulcers in your mouth, red or swollen gums, trouble swallowing.
Common metronidazole side effects may include:
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nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain;
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diarrhea, constipation;
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unpleasant metallic taste;
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rash, itching;
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vaginal itching or discharge;
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mouth sores; or
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swollen, red, or "hairy" tongue.
Molecular Weight:
171.156 g/mol
Molecular structure:
