Flagyl
Metronidazole
Ingredients & Drug Type
Flagyl is listed as Antibiotic containing Metronidazole. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
- Active ingredient
- Metronidazole
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Strength
- 500mg
Dosing
- Adult
- 500mg ثلاث مرات يومياً
- Pediatric
- 15–35 mg/kg/day مقسمة على 3 جرعاتMin age: 0 شهور
- Max daily
- 4g
- Frequency
- 3 مرات يومياً
- Duration
- 7 أيام
- Route
- oral
- Common catalog dose: 500mg.
- Frequency: 3 مرات يومياً.
- Typical duration: 7 أيام.
- Route: oral.
- Do not exceed: 4g.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
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Medical Overview
Flagyl is listed as Antibiotic containing Metronidazole. An antibiotic used for selected bacterial infections; it does not treat viral colds.
Flagyl (metronidazole) uniquely covers anaerobic bacteria AND parasites (amoeba, giardia, trichomonas) — first-line for dental, abdominal and vaginal infections. Golden rule: absolutely NO alcohol during treatment and for 72 hours after.
Uses / Indications
- Anaerobic infections
- trichomoniasis
- pelvic inflammatory disease
- H. pylori treatment
- giardiasis
- amebiasis
- Bacterial infections selected by a clinician based on infection site and likely organisms.
Side Effects
- Nausea
- metallic taste
- headache
- constipation
- peripheral neuropathy (with prolonged use)
- Upset stomach, diarrhea, or rash; allergy symptoms or severe diarrhea require urgent advice.
Contraindications
- First trimester of pregnancy (relative)
- alcohol consumption
- Previous allergy to the same drug class or a serious antibiotic reaction.
Warnings
- Avoid alcohol during treatment and for up to 48 hours after treatment
- Complete the prescribed course and never use leftover antibiotics or another person’s prescription.
Drug Interactions
- Disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol
- increases INR with warfarin
- Tell your clinician about blood thinners, contraception, heart medicines, seizure medicines, and other antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Do not start an antibiotic without a prescription.
- Seek care for allergy, breathing difficulty, swelling, or severe diarrhea.
- Stopping early can increase bacterial resistance.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Flagyl?
Flagyl contains Metronidazole and is categorized as Antibiotic. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Flagyl?
Catalog dosing information includes: 500mg ثلاث مرات يومياً. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Flagyl?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Flagyl be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.