Metronidazole and Tinidazole
Metronidazole and Tinidazole
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Common Uses |
Some Side Effects |
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For metronidazole and tinidazole: Infections caused by certain protozoa such Trichomonas vaginalis, Entamoeba histolytica, and Giardia lamblia, and for bacterial vaginosis For metronidazole: Pelvic and abdominal bacterial infections |
Nausea, vomiting* Headache* Flushing* Metallic taste Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet (peripheral neuropathy) Dark urine |
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* These side effects occur especially if the drugs are taken with alcohol. |
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