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Can i take metronidazole for bladder infection?

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Not usu adequate : While it is an antibiotic, Metronidazole (flagyl) does not cover most common pathogenic bacteria for utis.

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Answered 6/25/2016

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No: Metronidazole treats anaerobic bacteria (bacteria that grow in environments without oxygen). Bladder infections are caused by aerobic bacteria (bacteria that require oxygen), so Metronidazole won't work.

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Answered 3/25/2023

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