Question 1

can i get metronidazole 0.75% vaginal gel over the counter?

Accepted Answer

A prescription: Metronidazole vaginal gel is a prescription only.

Question 2

is rephesh same as metronidazole gel?

Accepted Answer

No: I believe you're referring to rephresh, an over-the-counter product available in 3 different forms. Metronidazole is a prescription antibiotic. Interestingly, i was not able to determine the active ingredients in rephresh when i searched their website (most companies typically show you at least a snapshot of their ingredient label).

Question 3

should yeast come out after using metronidazole gel?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you start with a mixed infection and only treat the bacterial infection the yeast infection may proliferate (come out).

Question 4

i used metronidazole gel back in may 2022. the symptoms have returned, is it safe to use the leftover gel even though its not yet expired?

Accepted Answer

: If the cause of the problem is the same, I see no problem is using your remaining supply. The only downside is a delay of treatment if the triggering germs are different...

Question 5

has anyone drank alcohol while taking metronidazole gel?

Accepted Answer

Yes, many: You can drink alcohol while using the gel.  It's only the oral Metronidazole that shouldn't be mixed with alcohol.

Question 6

is it okay to use metronidazole gel while on your period?

Accepted Answer

Sure: It is going to be a little messy but not harmful.

Question 7

can i take nitrofueantoin and metronidazole gel at the same time?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, you can. Good luck with your treatment.

Question 8

if metronidazole gel has an expiration date on it, how long is it still effective after the date printed ?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Medications and gels are made of different compounds which break down at different rates.  The gel may be effective for weeks to months after its expiration date.

Question 9

can males use metronidazole gel 0.75 for bv?

Accepted Answer

Vaginitis: Males do not have Vaginas. They thus cannot get vaginitis.

Question 10

can i use metronidazole gel if trying to get pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Metronidazole: Metronidazole is FDA Pregnancy Category B.

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I used metronidazole gel back in may 2022. the symptoms have returned, is it safe to use the leftover gel even though its not yet expired?

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Has anyone drank alcohol while taking metronidazole gel?

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Is it okay to use metronidazole gel while on your period?

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Can i take nitrofueantoin and metronidazole gel at the same time?

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If metronidazole gel has an expiration date on it, how long is it still effective after the date printed ?

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