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A member asked:

Have been taking flagyl for the past three days. would it have made me vomit by now ? scared as i am going on holiday tomorrow

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Probably no problem: Metronidazole (Flagyl) can upset the stomach but usually does not. If you're not having nausea or vomiting after 3 days, it probably won't happen. Have a nice holiday!

Answered 10/28/2016

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