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On day 6 of 7 day regimen (500 mg, 3x) of metronidazole for e-coli o157:h7 and blastocystis hominis. slight nausea. but anxiety too - side-effect?

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Dr. L. Stoney answered

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Infection: This antibiotic is best when taken with meals because stomach upset is common.

Answered 10/4/2016

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A member asked:

On day 6 of 7 day regimen (500 mg, 3x) of metronidazole for e-coli o157:h7 and blastocystis hominis. slight nausea. but anxiety too - side-effect?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. L. Stoney answered

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