Drug Details
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.
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