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Generic: metronidazole vaginal View All Brands Vandazole, MetroGel-Vaginal A vaginal anti-infective - It is used to treat bacterial vaginitis				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications: alcohol or any product that contains alcohol This medicine may also interact with the following medications: cimetidine lithium warfarin This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not start to get better in 2 or 3 days. Avoid alcoholic drinks while you are taking this medicine and for three days afterwards. Alcohol may make you feel dizzy, sick, or flushed. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells, do not sit or stand up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. Your clothing may get soiled if you have a vaginal discharge. You can wear a sanitary napkin. Do not use tampons. Wear freshly washed cotton, not synthetic, panties. Do not have sex until you have finished your treatment. Having sex can make the treatment less effective. Your sexual partner may also need treatment. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: dizziness frequent passing of urine headache loss of appetite nausea skin rash, itching stomach pain or cramps vaginal irritation or discharge vulvar burning or swelling Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): dark urine mild vaginal burning This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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