Question 1

which is the best for rosacea- metrogel, metrocream, or metrolotion?

Accepted Answer

The Same Medication: Topical Metronidazole is an effective treatment for rosacea.  If your skin is sensitive and dry, use the cream; if your complexion is oily, use the gel; and, if you have combination skin, use the lotion.

Question 2

i took metronidazole pills (twice daily) for 4 days but i could not bare the symptoms so now i am on metrogel for 5 days. will i be cured of trichomoniasis?

Accepted Answer

Not reliable: Metrogel is not very effective against trichomonas. However, 4 days of oral treatment probably will be effective; the metrogel probably isn't necessary.

Question 3

can you metronidazole gel (metrogel) while on your period?

Accepted Answer

YES: You can, but it might get a little messy.

Question 4

can i drink alcohol while using vaginal metronidazole metrogel? it isn't the oral pills so i was unsure.

Accepted Answer

In theory, there may: be a reaction since some metronidazole may be absorbed into the bloodstream through the vaginal mucosa.  When it occurs, it's unpleasant to be sure.  Since alcohol consumption isn't vital to your health, you'd be wise to avoid it until about 3 days after you've finished your course of Metrogel Vaginal.  Dr. Anne

Question 5

how dangerous is metrogel ? i tried the oral metronidazole and had severe stomach cramps and so i stopped it and they want me to try vaginal . have bv

Accepted Answer

Vaginal Rx "safe": Obviously, any medication such a Metrogel have risks and complications, but the vaginal use is relatively "safe". Cleocin (Clindamycin) for vagina use is an alternative to Metrogel for Rx of bacterial vaginitis. Talk to your MD about both.

Question 6

i have recurring bacterial vaginosis. i use intimate wash everyday externally. ive gone to doctor several times and ive been prescribed metrogel, metronidazole, vagiforte, etc. but it always seems to come back after i finish the course ?

Accepted Answer

Take mind off it.: Bacterial vaginosis is due to overgrowth of certain bacteria in the vagina. Recurring use of antibiotics is affecting your vaginal flora and you may want the normal flora to recover. You did not say what your symptoms are but take your mind off and let the body flora reconstitute.

Question 7

i was tested positive for my first bv and was given a 5 days treatment of metrogel. a few days after the treatment, i noticed a cottage cheese like discharge. now i'm given a diflucan and 7 days metronidazole pills. is dark urine the side effect?

Accepted Answer

Dark urine: Medications and various kinds of foods can change the color of urine. If there are other symptoms of UTI or it does not resolve then consult a physician,

Question 8

what is metronidazole 500 mg used for?

Accepted Answer

Infections: It is to treat infections of a variety of types.

Question 9

what is trikacide (metronidazole) taken for?

Accepted Answer

Metronidazole ?: This drug is used for amebiasis, giardiasis, anaerobic infections, etc.

Question 10

should i be feelig sick from 
metronidazole ?

Accepted Answer

Metronidazole: Hi, yes some people can feel nauseated , develop vomiting, abdominal pain nd diarrhea, metallic taste in mouth and if you drink alcohol you def won't feel good at all.

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Which is the best for rosacea- metrogel, metrocream, or metrolotion?

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I took metronidazole pills (twice daily) for 4 days but i could not bare the symptoms so now i am on metrogel for 5 days. will i be cured of trichomoniasis?

A member asked:

Can you metronidazole gel (metrogel) while on your period?

A member asked:

Can i drink alcohol while using vaginal metronidazole metrogel? it isn't the oral pills so i was unsure.

A member asked:

How dangerous is metrogel ? i tried the oral metronidazole and had severe stomach cramps and so i stopped it and they want me to try vaginal . have bv

A member asked:

I have recurring bacterial vaginosis. i use intimate wash everyday externally. ive gone to doctor several times and ive been prescribed metrogel, metronidazole, vagiforte, etc. but it always seems to come back after i finish the course ?

A member asked:

I was tested positive for my first bv and was given a 5 days treatment of metrogel. a few days after the treatment, i noticed a cottage cheese like discharge. now i'm given a diflucan and 7 days metronidazole pills. is dark urine the side effect?

A member asked:

What is metronidazole 500 mg used for?

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What is trikacide (metronidazole) taken for?

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Should i be feelig sick from metronidazole ?

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