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Can you take a motrin while taking metronidazole 500 mg?

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Dr. Michael Ein answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes: There is no trouble taking Motrin and Metronidazole together other than a higher risk of g i upset. Avoid alcohol with the Metronidazole to avoid an antibuse reaction.

Answered 10/4/2016

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