Metronidazole (Systemic)
Brand Names : Flagyl, Flagyl 375, Flagyl ER, Flagyl I.V., Flagyl I.V. RTU, Metric 21, Metro I.V., Protostat, Apo-Metronidazole, Novonidazol, Trikacide
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may
need medical attention.
Also, check with your doctor as soon as possible
if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Any vaginal irritation, discharge, or dryness not present before
use of this medicine; black, tarry stools; blood
in urine or stools; clumsiness or unsteadiness; frequent or painful urination; inability
to control urine flow; mood or other mental changes; nausea and vomiting; pinpoint red spots on skin; sense of pelvic pressure; skin rash, hives, redness, or itching; sore throat
and fever; stomach and back pain (severe); unusual bleeding or bruising
Other side effects may occur that usually do
not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment
as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any
of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
In some patients metronidazole may cause dark urine.
This is only temporary and will go away when you stop taking this medicine.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in
some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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