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Should i be feelig sick from metronidazole ?

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Dr. Leila Hashemi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

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.

Answered 11/16/2014

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