Flagyl

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 06, 2022

Drug Details


Generic Name:

Metronidazole

Common Brands:

Flagyl, Flagyl 375, Flagyl ER

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Nitroimidazole antimicrobial

Forms:

Tablet, capsule

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

Anaerobic bacterial infections
Parasitic infections
Sexually transmitted diseases (such as trichomoniasis)
Vaginal infection

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


What is Flagyl?

Flagyl (fla gl) is a nitroimidazole antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, parasitic infections, and bacterial vaginosis (vaginal infection). This medication does not treat viral infections like colds or flu. 

There may be other uses of Flagyl (metronidazole) - your pharmacist or physician can give you further information.

Who can take Flagyl?

Flagyl (metronidazole) is approved for use in adults and children.