Flagyl

Synopsis

Metronidazoleis an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria andparasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work forviral infections(such ascommon cold, flu). Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections. Metronidazole may also be used with othermedicationsto treat certainstomach/intestinal ulcers caused by a bacteria (h. Pylori). Flagyl contains a medicine called metronidazole.