Review the side-effects of Metronidazole as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common - Headache, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal cramping.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Heart - ECG changes.
Central Nervous System - Brain disease, seizures, eye nerve problems, dizziness, unsteadiness, in coordination, confusion, irritability, depression, weakness and sleeplessness.
Hypersensitivity - Hives, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, skin death, flushing, nasal congestion, dryness of the mouth and fever.
Genitourinary - Painful urination, bladder inflammation, adequate urination and incontinence.
Metronidazole Oral, MetroGel Vaginal, Vandazole, MetroLotion
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common - Headache, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal cramping.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Heart - ECG changes.
Central Nervous System - Brain disease, seizures, eye nerve problems, dizziness, unsteadiness, in coordination, confusion, irritability, depression, weakness and sleeplessness.
Hypersensitivity - Hives, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, skin death, flushing, nasal congestion, dryness of the mouth and fever.
Genitourinary - Painful urination, bladder inflammation, adequate urination and incontinence.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Metronidazole
Metronidazole(Metronidazole Oral) generic This medication is an antibacterial agent, prescribed for trichomoniasis, amebiasis and other bacterial infections. It fights against bacteria in the body.Brand Names or Trade Names of Metronidazole
India :
Avidine-M |
Povistar-M |
METROXIT 200 TABLET |
Aristogyl |
Dentasep |
Metrogyl-DG-Forte |
Metrohex |
Nitra-Met |
Orahex Gel |
Flagyl |
Metron |
Oflomac-M (50mg/100mg) |
Oflomac-M Forte (100mg/200mg) |
Oflostar-M (50mg/100mg/5mL) |
Aldezole (200mg) |
Aldezole (400mg) |
Aldezole (200mg/5mL) |
Aldezole (200mg/5mL) |
Flagyl (200mg) |
Flagyl (400mg)
International :
Metronidazole Oral, MetroGel Vaginal, Vandazole, MetroLotion
