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How long do flagyl side effects last?

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Hours only: Flagyl or metronidazole has a short half-life, only a few hours. So, if you're experiencing side effects, after stopping the drug, your symptoms should disappear quite quickily. Within a day or two. If not, call the doctor.

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Answered 11/23/2017

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