What is metronidazole 500mg used for?

What is metronidazole 500mg used for?

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).

What type of antibiotic is metronidazole?

Metronidazole is in a class of medications called nitroimidazole antimicrobials. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

What is the other name of metronidazole?

Metronidazole is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Metronidazole is available under the following different brand names: Flagyl, Flagyl ER, and Flagyl IV RTU.

Is amoxicillin same as metronidazole?

Metronidazole is an alternative to amoxicillin for the treatment of some oral infections.

What is metronidazole made of?

FLAGYL (metronidazole) tablets contain 250 mg or 500 mg of metronidazole. Inactive ingredients include cellulose, FD&C Blue No. 2 Lake, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, stearic acid, and titanium dioxide.

Can I take amoxicillin and metronidazole together?

It is also possible to use metronidazole and amoxicillin together for severe dental infections.

Is metronidazole the same as amoxicillin?

Is Augmentin better than metronidazole?

Augmentin is as effective and well-tolerated as metronidazole/gentamicin in the prevention of wound infection following appendicectomy. The ease of administration of one drug with added anti-anaerobic property makes Augmentin superior to the tested combination.

Can I take Augmentin and metronidazole together?

No interactions were found between Augmentin and metronidazole. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.