Metronidazole

DH took a course of these tablets last month. I went to collect them for him. The pharmacist asked to speak to me and emphasised very strongly that he must keep up a very high fluid intake and avoid alcohol at all costs. I think that it’s likely that this medication can cause problems even if both these instructions are obeyed and would advise asking for repeat blood test before worrying too much. It also might be a good idea to look at leaflet that came with the tablets or look it up on line.

I felt really unwell on metronidazole but am not aware it had any effect on my liver or anything else, but I did not have blood tests done at the time.

That word rang a bell, so I checked. I use Rozex gel ointment for my facial Rosacea, and it says on the tube that it's Metronidazole. How strange.
As it's for outer use only, I don't imagine it will have any of the effects mentioned above. Or will it?

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I only took it for a few days for a tooth infection and had no problems. I suggest you look at the leaflet which gives information about possible side effects. The liver problem may have nothing to do with the drug but your doctor should advise.

I’ve taken Metronidazole for tooth infections and I also took it some years ago for a Clostridium Difficile infection. I had to take it for about four months for that. I’ve never had any difficulties with it and tolerated it very well. You can’t drink alcohol when taking it though.

I was prescribed this for a UTI but couldn't tolerate them as they made me feel worse.
Sometimes the cure is worse than the illness.

I hope it all settles down again BigBertha as it may be the original infection which caused this. Your GP should advise.

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