FLAGYL Reviews (METRONIDAZOLE)

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FLAGYL  (METRONIDAZOLE):  Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with other medications to treat certain stomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (H. pylori).    (Sources: U.S. Centers for Medicare Services, FDA)

  

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 5  Crohn's flare up Slight random tingling sensation in limbs. Nausea ONLY at higher dose (750 mg/day) - no issues at 500mg/day I take Flagyl periodically, and I found that each time I took Flagyl, the the nausea was more and more vicious. That was on 750mg/day. I couldn't take it - I asked my doctor to give me a lower dose for longer - we went to 500mg/day, and VIOLA! nausea is gone, and aside from a light tingling sensation sometimes, I don't seem to have other side effects. The doctor would prefer me to be on the higher dose, but I can't function with constant nausea. PLEASE ASK YOUR DOCTOR ABOUT REDUCING THE DOSE if you have bad side effects! This medine WORKS - don't give up without talking to your doctor! F 39 21 days
250 2X day
6/25/2012
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 2  C Diff I was prescribe flagyl after being diagnosed with antibiotic associated c diff. I experienced a wide range of symptoms. Fatigue, weakness in my legs, metallic taste, thrush on tongue, loss of appetite, yeast infection. The pill has a terrible taste and dissolve very quickly. I have 2 more days of treatment and although the watery stools caused by c diff did subside they have returned. This medicine seems to make things worst, by worst I'm referring to the yeast infection it has caused which is something I've never experienced before. These past two weeks my body has been overwhelmed . F 21 2 weeks
500 mg
6/25/2012
 3  Diverticulitis First off, glad I found this site. I thought I was a bit crazy. Frequent urination, nausea, hot flashes, anxiety, difficult to concentrate, feel like a buzzing sound is in my head, lightheaded, sweating, insomnia, pain in shoulder joints and lower back, terrible taste in mouth (I can deal with that). The abdominal pain and bloating is gone from the diverticulitis. F 43 3 days
500mg 3X day
6/20/2012
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 4  BV Mild nausea soon after taking tablet, and occasionally throughout the day, horrible bloating and some constipation. I didn't have the horrible side effects everyone else is mentioning. The nausea is a piece of cake for someone who often suffers from motion sickness. It goes away fast. And while the bloating is uncomfortable, I can handle just 3 more days on the antibiotic. F 25 7 days
500 Mg
6/19/2012
 1  Infection Anxiety, nausea, dizziness, hallucinations, sleeplessness, Memory loss, blue dots in vision, ringing in ears, neck pain, muscle spasms, lack of concentration, body temp very low, tingling in fingers and legs. DO NOT TAKE UNLESS THERE IS NO OTHER DRUG AVAILABLE!! I was given this drug in 2008....I still have some of the side-effects to this day. If you don't mind taking your chances and being that 1% that will end up having difficulties with this drug, please just know that you were forewarned. And doctors and the medical professionals will tell you it does NOT cause all these terrible side effects. THAT IS A LIE! Please take care and know that you are your own bodies advocate. F 47 5 days
500 mg 3X day
6/18/2012
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 4  Diverticulitis Flagyl is one potent drug. Took it along with Cipro for 10 days. Got some of the side effects as described by the drug monogram including dark urine and stools, frequent urination, fatigue, and some depression (may or may not be drug related). I admit, the drug is a bit nasty but IT WORKED. If you can stick out the regimen your doctor recommended and put up with some unpleasant side effects as described, you should be OK. However, I can only speak for myself. Each person is different and the drug may not effect everyone in the same way. M 66 10 days
100 mg 2X day
6/11/2012
 1  divirticulitis NAUSEA beyond belief. SHARP stabbing headache. UNBELIEVABLE bad taste in mouth I cannot even drink water. F 54 3 days
500mg 4X day
6/8/2012
 1  C-Diff Only on day 3 and things aren't looking so good :( Major neck pain/stiffness, tightness in chest, lower back pain, painful urination along with blood, numbness and tingling in limbs, can't think straight. I'm sure I missed a few but also wanted to say the symptoms I'm experiencing are mainly on the left side of my body so not sure what that's about. Poison F 32 10 days
500 MG 3X day
6/7/2012
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 1  c diff dry mouth, nausea, vomiting Besides the other side effects I noticed a definite loss of hair while on this medication. I will not take it again. F 65 7 days
500mg 3X day
6/7/2012
 5  BV Loss of appetite, extreme nausea and stomach cramping Flagyl cleared up my vaginal infection within the first couple of doses so in that matter, it definitely served its purpose. The side effects made me feel like I was crazy though! My stomach cramped the entire 7 days...a cramping like I had to use the bathroom but when I would go, nothing would come out. I felt as if I was going to vomit every waking hour while on the medication and I literally had to force myself to eat. A 6 inch sub had to be cut in half - so a 3 in sub made me feel full for nearly 3 days. F 23 7 days
500 2X day
6/5/2012
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 4  BV Severe headaches, cramping (similar to menstrual cramps), extreme fatigue, feeling "out of it"/disoriented, loose stool, dark urine, unpleasant taste in mouth, loss of appetite This is a nasty drug. It did clear up the infection, but the side effects are very unpleasant. It knocked me on my ass after my first full dose; I had a searing headache and cramps, along with extreme fatigue and irritability (although that may have been from how horrible I felt). It's been much of the same since then. I'm currently on day 6, and I'll be glad when it's over. The worst part is the fatigue and confusion. I feel like I can barely stay awake after 5:00 PM and I'm living in this constant fog where I can't concentrate and keep forgetting things. It's making work very difficult. One positive point is that I'm sleeping very well due to the exhaustion. F 21 7 days
500 MG 2X day
6/3/2012
 2  TRICH Pain/severe cramping right after sex, slept literally 12-19 hours a night, depression, irritability, felt stoned F 30 5 days
250mgx5day 1X day
5/29/2012
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 4  bv Stomach cramps, loss of appetite, insomnia, tingling in left arm and leg, dry mouth, sore throat, panic attacks... Just felt horrible. F 27 6 days
500
5/28/2012
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 5  colitis, bv and/or uti Side effects were awful. Felt disconnected and confused. Trouble completing tasks at work, but got better throughout treatment. Bad taste didn't bother me much. Very scary episode...hands went numb from lawnmower vibration and touching anything felt like sticking my hand in an electrical outlet. Subsided after 15 minutes. Kept taking drug because was finally getting well. I had to stick it on this drug to get well and it was worth it. Other antibiotics did not work. Sorry for graphic description but will share in case it helps someone: lots of mucus from both vagina and rectum, urinary frequency, fever and total exhaustion. Couldn't get well with other drugs. Normally I tolerate most drugs. This one was difficult but not unbearable. It was a matter of being patient and easy on myself while I healed. F 50 6 days
500 mg 2X day
5/26/2012
 4  BV I took 500 mg twice daily for 7 days. I had no side effects the first 3 days. By the 4th day I realized I was fatigued, dizzy and my stool was soft, yet I was constipated. It was as if i was bloated. By day 5 those effects carried on along with a headache & anxiety. Day 6 & 7 i had all of the above plus aches & joint stiffness.. I did not drink any alcohol at all. My BV was gone by day 4, by the way. None of the side effects were too terrible to handle, however the exhaustion & anxiety wore me down. This is the end of day 7 for me, I'm looking forward to a big fat glass of wine, but I think I'll wait a few more days. Although the drugs should be out if my system within 16 hours from final dose, doesn't mean my body won't be over the drug yet. I'll give my body some time to recover first. F 39 7 days
500 mg
5/26/2012
 1  Diverticulitis Infection I felt completely INSANE, nuts, crazy, paranoid, insecure, worried, anxious, scared, afraid, fearful of SOMETHING, but not sure of what. I felt like the end was near. It was absurd. After stopping, it took about 24 hours until I felt better...normal again. I was prescribed this three different times for sever diverticulitis infections, and during the second time, I realized where the crazy feelings were coming from. I stopped the med right away and asked the doctor for an alternative, but they said NO? Whatever, I did not take it again. When they tried to prescribe it again a year later for the same issue, I refused it and adamantly explained why I would not take it. They all looked at me like I was the first person that they ever heard say this about this medication. I felt CRAZIER! lol I am glad that I see these other entries here about people speaking out about the same feelings. And yes, we SHOULD all review this drug and draw attention. I swear, many of these drugs cause worse effects than our illnesses! F 36 14 days
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5/26/2012
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 1  Colitis The abdominal pain was horrific, much worse then my colitis. I was also quite wired and could not sleep. I was prescribed Cipro in the past and did not have an issue. My colitis symptoms dissipated in about a week. M 62 1 days
500 MG 3X day
5/26/2012
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 4  chronic fatigue syndrome The first time,at age 21, for possible parasite. Ended up in hospital for dehydration. 2nd time for gallbladder infection. Felt like i had a bowling ball in my gut. Because i have severe CFS,lupus and Sjogren's, I dont really know which symptoms are from flagyl. Definitely nausea. The extra sleepiness was nice. I discontinued after 3 days because I just couldn't handle it. However, I didn't have abdominal bloating and pain for about 6 weeks after, which was amazing because I have never experienced a day without abdominal distress. So I'm trying it again to see if it has the same results. Since my mouth is already dry and has a terrible taste, and I'm alwys in pain and always exhausted, I don't really know what is just "normal" for me and what is a sixe effect of flagyl. Also, I'm already taking meds for pain and nausea, so again, don't know. After 35 years of severe chronic fatigue syndrome, it's worth a try. I'm almost 50 and have never had a day that wasn't unbearable. F 48 14 days
250 2X day
5/25/2012
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 1  BV Heartburn, diarrea, nausea, gas, I have to force myself to burp otherwise I'd be throwing up instead. Feeling depressed and anxious, but I think the lack of sleep and food is a big contributor to those. I took it for 3 days and I am done, I don't care what my Dr. says. Never again. Never have I EVER taken a prescription drug with such horrible side effects. F 24 3 days
500 mg 2X day
5/25/2012
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 3  c diff Fatigue bloated stomach. Pressure in eyes. Also some ringing in ears. Overall felt lousy as if I was spaced out and lethargic. F 10 days
30
5/24/2012

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