I was taking mg 3x a day. I already have a history of GERD so this elevated my heartburn 10x so I had to sit around with an ice pack on my stomach continually. Additionally, I was constantly nauseous, had stomach pain, insomnia, severe brain fog and confusion, no appetite, and depression I had not experienced before.
I could barely function. I can go on with side effects. I would not recommend this drug to anyone if you have an alternative. I felt like it was poisoning me. Taken twice for BV. First time 1 day out of 5. This is the worst drug I've taken in my life. I don't normally get side effects from medicine, but narrowed it down to this. The first time I used the gel and moments after putting it in I had a huge panic attack. I realized you weren't supposed to take it after consuming alcohol recently and had one drink about 4 hours before.
I was incredibly panicked with heart palpitations and called They calmed me down and told me to call back if I had other symptoms. Luckily after an hour I was able to get over the most of it. I got nausea, lack of appetite, and a bad flavor in my mouth every day. I also noticed that hours after taking it I started getting increased anxiety, panic attacks, a heavy feeling on my chest, and trouble breathing.
I have asthma and it wasn't wheezing, but felt like I couldn't get air. I woke up in the middle of the night feeling like I had been holding my breath. I skipped one dose by accident and felt better in that timeframe. I tried to continue, but each day was worse. This medication is the worst! Stomach pains, nausea even with food, diarrhea and felt like I was drunk.
Made me very sleepy and I ended up with a fever. Stopped at day 3. Tried asking my dr prior to taking it if there was an alternative. Was told most people tolerate this one well. What a joke! Awful medication! First time leaving a review on a medication. I truly wish I researched more before starting the treatment, 2 mg tablets a day for 7 days. The first 2 days I had slight fatigue. Then my mood completely shifted for the worst.
It was torture getting out of bed, the smallest tasks seemed so overwhelming. My anxiety went through the roof even though I had it managed before starting Metronizadole.
The worst part was the intense waves sadness and lack of motivation. I was relatively fine the first few days mg twice a day then the 5th day it hit me like a ton of bricks. Not only that but it made me so sick. I took my last pill tonight. I feel sick to my stomach. My neck is killing me. Headache from hell. Absolute garbage. Did it treat my BV? We shall see. But I will neeeeever take it again. This medication is so disgusting and is extremely hard to take. So far, taking it with cranberry juice is the only thing I can get it down with.
The first time I had no side effects besides a nasty taste in my mouth. Metronidazole immediate-release and extended-release tablets and capsules are taken by mouth and are absorbed through the stomach. Extended-release drugs stay active in your body for a longer period of time than immediate-release drugs do.
The extended-release tablets are used to treat vaginal infections. The immediate-release forms of metronidazole are used to treat bacterial infections that affect many parts of the body as well as parasitic infections in the intestines, liver, and reproductive tract. The most common side effects that can occur while taking metronidazole tablets or capsules include:.
Serious side effects can occur while taking metronidazole tablets or capsules. These are all rare, however. Cancer: Metronidazole tablets and capsules have a black box warning. In animal studies , cancer developed after animal subjects were given high doses of metronidazole for a long period. There may be a similar risk for cancer in humans. Encephalopathy: In some cases, metronidazole tablets or capsules have caused encephalopathy abnormal brain function.
Symptoms can include:. If you have any of these symptoms, call your doctor right away. Encephalopathy symptoms usually go away within days to weeks after stopping metronidazole.
Seizures: If you have a history of seizures, be sure to tell your doctor before starting metronidazole tablets or capsules. They may prescribe a different drug for you instead. And call your doctor right away if you have a seizure while taking metronidazole. Meningitis: Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes covering your brain and spinal cord.
The swelling from meningitis can cause:. These symptoms can occur within hours of taking the drug. Meningitis can be life-threatening if not treated right away. Call your doctor immediately if you have any of these symptoms. The risk of meningitis typically goes away after treatment with metronidazole is stopped. Peripheral neuropathy: Peripheral neuropathy is caused by damage to your nerves. Typically, the symptoms occur in your hands and feet. They can include:.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these symptoms. Ongoing nerve damage can lead to muscle weakness, decreased reflexes, or loss of balance and coordination. Peripheral neuropathy may not go away after you stop taking metronidazole. Sometimes, allergic reactions can be serious and require medical attention.
If you have any of these side effects, stop taking metronidazole right away and call your doctor. If you have trouble breathing, call Stevens-Johnson syndrome: Stevens-Johnson syndrome is a rare but serious skin disorder. Symptoms can appear in this order:. In order for Flagyl to effectively kill harmful bacteria, it is important to maintain a consistent level of the drug in the blood. Therefore, it must be taken at regular intervals without missing any doses.
Take Flagyl with 8 ounces of water. Flagyl can be taken by itself, or it can be taken with meals. If dry mouth becomes a problem, try chewing gum. You can also suck on hard candy or ice chips. When you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you need to take the next dose soon, skip the missed dose and only take the next scheduled dose. Don't double up or take more than one dose of Flagyl at a time. Do not stop Flagyl before taking all the doses.
After a few days of treatment, most people start to feel better. But that doesn't mean the infection is entirely gone. Take all of the medication that was prescribed unless your doctor tells you to stop taking it.
Stopping the medication before the bacterial infection is completely gone can cause serious consequences. A stronger strain of bacteria may develop. The infection may come back again and be more difficult to treat. The most serious side effects of Flagyl are seizures and tingling or numbness in the extremities arms, legs, hands, and feet.
If you experience these symptoms, stop taking Flagyl and call a doctor immediately. Other side effects include:. Flagyl could interact with several drugs. Tell the prescribing doctor about all drugs and nutritional supplements you are taking. You should especially mention these from the following list, which may interact with Flagyl:. You should not drink alcoholic beverages until 72 hours three days after you take the last dose of Flagyl. Drinking alcohol while taking Flagyl could result in abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and flushing.
Flagyl can also change the taste of alcohol. Take care to avoid alcohol from unexpected sources, such as over-the-counter cough suppressants or cold medications NyQuil , for example. Milk thistle Silybum marianum may help to protect the liver from medications that may harm it, such as Flagyl. It has not been studied in relation to Flagyl, but it may be prescribed as a complementary therapy. Flagyl, also known as metronidazole or by the brand name Protostat is an anti-bacterial drug that treats anaerobic bacterial infections or protozoal infections.
It's important to follow your doctor's instructions when you take this medication. Side effects may include abdominal cramping, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and headache. Some patients experience more serious side effects such as numbness or seizures. If you experience these severe side effects, call your doctor right away.
After the last dose of Flagyl is taken, wait at least 72 hours before drinking any alcohol. Drinking while on Flagyl can cause nausea, abdominal cramps, vomiting, and headaches. Some types of over-the-counter cough suppressant and cold products contain small amounts of alcohol, so be careful if you decide to take one.
No, metronidazole is not available over the counter. You will need to contact your doctor to receive a prescription. Most people begin to feel better after a few days of taking metronidazole or Flagyl.
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