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Is metronidazole should be taken 2x a day for the first 15 days, and once a day for another 15 days? my doctor told me that, but i think it is toolong

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

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For what?: In order to know the dose and duration of metronidazole, it is important to know what the doctor is treating you for. The doses and duration vary for different conditions.

Answered 4/9/2016

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A member asked:

Is metronidazole should be taken 2x a day for the first 15 days, and once a day for another 15 days? my doctor told me that, but i think it is toolong

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Martin Fried answered

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