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Is there any way i can get metronidazole over the counter? i really would prefer not to go to a doctor. also, is monistat metronidazole?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Metronidazole: It is only by prescription and is not similar to Monistat.They treat different conditions. Monistat is for yeast and Metronidazole for trichimonis

Answered 1/7/2016

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No and No!: Sorry, metronidazole is available by prescription only. Monistat is not the same and does not treat bacterial infections, only yeast infections. If the reason you don't wish to see a doc is money, consider going to your local health department for treatment, this sort of thing is right up their alley!

Answered 12/28/2020

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Rx only: You cannot get metronidazole OTC. Monistat is not the same thing. Monistat is for treating yeast infections; metronidazole is for treating bacterial vaginosis (and other infections)

Answered 6/7/2017

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