Metronidazole for Peritonitis User Reviews
Brand names: Flagyl, Metro, Flagyl IV, Likmez Flagyl 375 Metro IV
- El1...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 6, 2019
"I was honestly scared reading the reviews on here to start this medication, but thankfully no extreme side effects for me. I was taking metronidazole with penicillin for my gum issues. The only side effects I noticed were a slight elevated heart rate about an hour after taking the first couple of days, which went away after about 30 minutes. I got the discolored urine side effect and on day 4/5 some loose stool. As I have a bowel condition with chronic constipation, it is hard for me to judge that issue specifically. I didn't get any cramps or sickness with the loose stool. The slight side effects I felt could have been from the penicillin, metronidazole, painkillers I was taking for my tooth, or a combination of all of them together. I wanted to add my review for those who, like me, were scared after reading all the other reviews and thought the worst might happen after taking a tablet."
- OhR...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 19, 2019
"These metronidazole tablets have helped with my infection as I had a wisdom tooth infection, however, I’ve had the following side effects: upset stomach (wind, gas) - got better with having probiotics. Mental health - I’ve felt very angry, irritable, and have really dark thoughts. I’ve never felt so low taking these before. Personally, I would not recommend taking these unless they are your last option if you have mental health issues diagnosed like myself, as it properly sets it off badly."
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- Emm...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 8, 2020
"I had been prescribed metronidazole 400 for a gum infection, 3 times a day for 5 days. All I can say is that I have never taken an antibiotic that made me feel so terrible. Loss of appetite, stomach cramps, nausea, slight diarrhea, bloating, upset stomach overall. BEWARE! Find an alternative!"
- DS ...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- May 28, 2022
"5-day course after a previous antibiotic didn't do the job. Stomach cramps started day 2, followed by an upset stomach by day 3, an hour after eating/taking meds. The area around my appendix is achy, but my toothache has subsided. I've read it takes 3 days to leave your system. I guess it's a balance. I can function for a week like this. I couldn't function for a day with the toothache."
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- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 12, 2022
"I was prescribed Flagyl for a wisdom tooth infection. It is an exceptionally strong antibiotic. I got severe stomach cramps with pain radiating out by my back. This was accompanied by nausea and heart palpitations. I would personally not recommend this drug!"
- Lis...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 26, 2019
"Some years back, I was prescribed Flagyl in advance of an appendectomy. It caused such severe vomiting that I was sent to the ER, at which point I was so dehydrated that they could barely find a vein for the IV. The pre-surgical Flagyl side effects were way worse than the post-surgical incision pain."
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- Lsa...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 21, 2020
"Metronidazole is a great antibiotic. Had a dental abscess, and a day later, the swelling was gone! Despite the negative reviews, it's a good antibiotic, but it's strong - so drink loads of water."
- Joe...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 15, 2021
"Finished course, absolutely terrible! Pins and needles, being sick, and no pain relief!"
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Metronidazole "I am one of these people who has bad gums (no matter how much time I spend on my dental care). Over the last ten years, I have had four tooth infections so severe I was almost hospitalized with one of them. I have a high tolerance for pain, and I can honestly tell you that giving birth was nothing compared to my tooth infections (and I have had three children). My dentist prescribed Flagyl, which has been the only medication that works for these severe tooth infections. I always keep some in my medicine cabinet for an emergency. I think we need to be open-minded about side effects, as our bodies are different, and what works for one will not work for another. I have never suffered any of the side effects that can come with taking this medication."