Flagyl for Bacterial Infection User Reviews (Page 4)

• chj...
• December 9, 2009

"I was prescribed this for my bacterial vaginitis infection about 2 weeks ago. I had the one dosage (4 tablets) treatment. The pills taste horrible. I experienced nausea, good thing I took them before bedtime. My infection cleared up, but now I think I have a yeast infection, or it's just vaginal itching and discharge, nothing smelly, so I know it's not an infection. I'm guessing it's a side effect of the pills, besides that, they're really good!"

• kar...
• June 17, 2016

"This wasn't right for me. Only was on it for 5 doses, so I don't know if it helped. I puked up the fifth dose, then got dizzy and almost passed out on the ride to the ER. It settled down after a couple of hours. Had no alcohol for the past 10 days. This likely wouldn't happen to most people. But it's got gnarly side effects if it doesn't agree with you."

• Geo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 11, 2019

"I only took it for 2.5 days. The adverse reaction was horrible: severe nausea, the worst taste in my mouth, and headache. Lasted for over 2 weeks. I ended up in the ER because of this medicine. I would never take it again."

• med...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 27, 2015

"I went on a holiday to Thailand and developed a bloated stomach with wind and later diarrhea. The doctor prescribed Flagyl to kill any bugs in the intestine. We know that in these countries it is rather easy to get a bug from foods. After many trips, I finally got a Bangkok belly. After taking 400 mg three times a day, I felt some relief the next day. Felt good. Then the next day, I woke up feeling terrible. I had sneezing, a runny nose, a feeling of tightness in the nose (harder to breathe), asthma, dry lips, rashes on the hands, body aches, lack of appetite, feeling lethargic and tired, along with wind in the stomach and slight nausea. Diarrhea was almost gone. Most side effects were happening to me on the fourth day."

• eri...
• April 13, 2017

"Pathetic medicine. I was prescribed Flagyl 400 mg, 3 times a day for 3 days. After day one, I felt the side effects immediately. Tiredness, fatigue, headaches, and increased sensitivity being the major ones. The worst part is, after completing my course, I'm still feeling the side effects. Sensitivity to light has increased along with dizziness and fatigue!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 8, 2015

"Today is my 3rd day on this antibiotic. I had been experiencing an embarrassing discharge for a few months now. I repeatedly asked my doctor to test me for BV. After 3 failed attempts to have my doctor test me for bacterial vaginosis, telling me that I was being overly sensitive, I finally sought a second opinion, and it turns out, I did in fact have the infection. I am on my third day of the antibiotic (twice a day for seven days), and while I have noticed some uncomfortable side effects such as restlessness, night sweats, and mild queasiness, my symptoms are completely gone. No discharge, no embarrassing smell. Thank heavens! I will gladly be slightly uncomfortable for a week to rid myself of this disgusting, embarrassing infection."

• Sta...
• August 30, 2015

"This is my second time on Flagyl. I am on a 10-day course of it 2x daily for a bacterial infection in my stomach. Other than some gas pains, I have had no bad side effects. There are a lot of bad things on 'Dr. Google,' and I have to refrain from Googling things as they tend to make some feel the symptoms. To me, Flagyl has worked, and I hope everyone finds a medicine that will help them-Flagyl or not."

• Nan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 8, 2014

"Started this 4 days ago for an anaerobic infection in my jaw that had not responded to other medication. The first day, I developed a severe headache at bedtime, took one of the pain pills the dentist had prescribed because of my jaw/tooth abscess. Took care of it and went about my business. So far, every night I developed a headache an hour or so after taking my last dose of the day (1 500 mg tab twice a day). This is day 4. The only other side effect I've noticed is significantly darkened urine. I would have been really worried about that (as I have kidney stones) but had a routine visit with my urologist today who said it was okay and would go away."

• Roc...
• January 17, 2009

"I had C. diff, which is a bacteria that is resistant to too many antibiotics. I caught this in the hospital. I was never so sick. Between losing weight and the vomiting and diarrhea, I thought I was going to die. Flagyl did help but took many months."

• Val...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 13, 2019

"This is the final day of my 10-day prescription of Flagyl 750 mg x3 daily for a parasite infection, and over the last nine days, this is what I have been experiencing: - Bad or metallic taste in the mouth. - Nausea. - Little fatigue. - Moody. - A few bloating periods. - 8th and 9th days frequent diarrhea. I don't know if the parasite infection is still there, nor what to expect after the dosage. Would love to hear feedback from someone in a similar position. Thanks."

• Jaz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 3, 2019

"I had BV and was given Flagyl to take twice daily for 7 days, and it cleared up the infection, but in true antibiotic fashion, it killed everything! I ended up with a raging yeast infection and had to take fluconazole + probiotics after my regimen to replenish my good bacteria and kill the yeast infection that succeeded the BV. I think the probiotics are what have really maintained my health thus far..."

• mon...
• January 11, 2016

"My doctor prescribed Flagyl to me because of diarrhea for 5 days, and now that I'm on day 1 off this medication, I feel extremely tired, and I am having short breaths. My middle upper back feels weird too. Is this normal?"

• Cin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 30, 2019

"Yesterday, I finished 5 days of twice daily 400 mg of Flagyl. If my husband wasn't with me, I would have despaired. Horrible nausea, heartburn, pain, chills, swollen face, knees, and feet. No sleep in 3 days. It was up there with heroin withdrawal. Seriously, been there, done that. Flagyl was a BEAST. One day later, much better, but not out of the woods. Hopefully, my BV has gone. This sucked. I took it with food, horrible metal mouth, ew. Still felt steamrolled. Hopefully, anyone reading this has no bad side effects. I advise asking family or a friend to help, as I could barely walk. Oh, and weird red patches, pinprick weirdness. User beware. Hope your body responds better than it did with mine."

• Cee...
• September 27, 2016

"I was taking Flagyl two times a day for a week time period, and it was awful in terms of side effects as concerned. It started working instantly. However, I was throwing up every night I took this pill due to an upset stomach, which was aggravating because I already was not eating much to begin with, so I was dry heaving. I experienced diarrhea, shortness of breath, brief itching. The metallic taste puts a horrible taste in your mouth, so bad to the point I literally dreaded taking the pill each day. But midway through the pill, I got smart and put it on a spoonful of yogurt to mask the taste, and let me tell you, it works wonders! So if you don't eat yogurt, try a pudding or something like that, and it will be so much better. I hope that helps."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 6, 2021

"Please do not take this drug. Ask for something else unless you are dying. I took Flagyl 3 months ago, and I'm still dealing with side effects. I've been to the ER multiple times, spent thousands of dollars on tests, have been in physical therapy for 6 weeks for how it affected my vestibular system. My entire body burns and tingles, my ears are ringing, I still have vertigo on a daily basis, and my vision has been completely wrecked. Please, please don't take this drug."

• Ran...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 3, 2018

"After reading all these horrible reviews, I was terrified to take this medicine. I literally was feeling anxious at the thought of it.... However, most people don’t leave reviews, and if they do, they are more likely bad ones. First, you really should take Zofran or another anti-nausea med 20 minutes before you take a pill of Flagyl. I took Zofran, ate something, waited 20 minutes, and took the Flagyl. First dose, I didn’t feel too bad... tingling in my hands and arms and mild nausea. I’m on the fourth day of seven, and it’s really okay. You may feel some minor side effects, but don’t let the reviews scare you!! And I’m a 103-pound female who usually has to take a lot of antibiotics... you’ll be okay. If you are prone to get nervous or panic at every little different feeling you have, take a low dose of Valium with it. It’s safe, and I did it the first few times. Yes, the taste of the pill isn’t the best either, but it’s a minor annoyance."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2019

"This is the worst drug. There is clearly something really nasty in it. I’m a fit, healthy 37-year-old woman and took this for an ear infection, and after 2 days, I had severe headaches, all the muscles were sore, aching, very weak. It was nasty. Never again."

• Tin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 17, 2021

"I felt fine until day 4, where my whole body was aching. I had to take the day off work and stay in bed to try to recover and rest. No nausea at all or metallic taste, but definitely muscle weakness, low appetite, and very low mood. Worst antibiotic I have ever taken, will be devastated to go through this and not see a result. Here’s hoping!"

• mis...
• July 6, 2012

"I've been taking this medication for 5 days now. I'm on it for 10 days, 3 times a day, and I'm being treated for C. diff. Before I started this medication, I was in severe pain, diarrhea, weight loss, constantly urinating. Now my abdominal pain is minimal, I'm holding weight. Gained a few pounds. Still having constant urination, not quite as much, and still having an upset stomach, diarrhea. Now going back to the Dr. to see if I still have C. diff."

• Nik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 25, 2018

"Was prescribed 1 every 12 hours for 7 days. Absolutely no side effects besides a change in the color of my urine. I’ve taken some doses with food and some without and was completely fine. Everyone’s body reacts differently. It tastes terrible, but once you’ve had to take a giant iron pill that literally dissolves at the slightest touch of liquid, the taste isn’t as bad. Symptoms subsided by the 2nd day for me. I’m on day 5 and I feel so much better. I accidentally missed a dose last night but took it as soon as I realized. My sister is a nurse, so she’s helping me through this. My doctor also prescribed me a pill for yeast infection right after these 7 days are over so that nothing else can grow down there! Hang in there, ladies! IMPORTANT: Whatever you do, DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL! Please do not ignore the label!"

• tlw...
• January 8, 2015

"First, just to comment on the medicine itself, I was taking 500 mg pills every 12 hours for 7 days. I did not get to finish. The medicine is amazing! The smell and discharge were gone within the 1st two pills. The worst part was the side effects, and this is why I didn't finish. I was constantly vomiting and could not sleep at all. Every time I tried to eat or drink anything, I threw it right up. I also experienced diarrhea, but that was not nearly as bad as the vomiting. I quit on day 4 because I couldn't bear the side effects, but the medicine itself is really a lifesaver!"

• ano...
• November 4, 2013

"I'm taking Flagyl for what I guess is a bacterial infection, but I've been taking it for a few days, possibly even a week, and I can't really tell a difference. All I know is that I have an inflamed colon, and I'm scheduled for a colonoscopy in December. I'm taking 500 mg three times a day for 14 days, and sometimes I do miss a dose every now and again. Could this be why I haven't noticed much change? I haven't experienced any side effects aside from feeling a little tired because I always take it after a meal. The only thing I have to complain about is that it's uncoated, so it tastes pretty bad, but if you just take a mouthful of drink first, then drop the pill in, it really helps with the taste. By the way, I'm only 17 years old."

• MJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 27, 2018

"On day 2 for a 7-day course, 250 mg, 2 pills every morning and night for BV. First day gave me nausea, headache, trouble looking at the light, back and chest pain, anxiety, and increased heart rate. Second day, now I have all the same side effects, but now my poop is looking weird and urine's turning brown. I get anxiety every time I need to pop a pill, I hate Flagyl!"

• Bab...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2018

"I give this medicine a five because yes, it is helping with my BV being 27 pregnant, but let me tell you, I took it two days and stopped. The side effects are just horrible and excruciatingly painful to the point I almost went to the ER. I still have a small slight headache today, but it's tolerable. I don't feel as sick to my stomach today, my head thankfully isn't pounding anymore, and hopefully will stay that way. I don't care what infection I have, I will NEVER EVER take this nasty, horrible Flagyl EVER AGAIN!!!!"

• CNo...
• October 21, 2014

"Works well, but the taste is horrible. I'm taking them twice a day for a week. For the first couple of days, I had diarrhea very badly, and after taking the medication, I ended up with a yeast infection. So, I had to treat that as well with a 7-day cream."