Can I take metronidazole 2 times a day?

Can I take metronidazole 2 times a day?

Adults—The tablet can be given 3 different ways: as a single dose of 2 grams, as 1 gram 2 times a day for 1 day, or as 250 milligrams (mg) 3 times a day for 7 days. The capsule dose is 375 mg 2 times a day for 7 days. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

How many times a day should I take metronidazole 500mg for BV?

The usual dose is 400-500 mg twice a day for 5-7 days. A single dose of 2 grams of metronidazole is an alternative, although this may be less effective and may cause more side-effects. (Note: this single dose is not recommended if you are pregnant.)

How much metronidazole should I take for trichomoniasis?

A single 2 g dose of oral metronidazole is the recommended first-line treatment of trichomoniasis, with a 7-day dose (400 or 500 mg twice daily for 7 days) as second-line treatment.

How do you take metronidazole 500mg for trichomoniasis?

Here’s how to take the pills: You will receive 4 white metronidazole pills (500mg each). Take all 4 pills at the same time with a full glass of water. ∎ Do NOT drink alcohol for 24 hours after taking this medicine.

Can I take 2 metronidazole 500mg at once?

Swallow the tablets whole (that is, without chewing or crushing them) with a full glass of water. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember and try to space your remaining doses evenly throughout the rest of the day. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.

What is metronidazole 500 mg twice a day for 7 days for?

Metronidazole (500 mg twice daily for 7 days) continues to be highly efficacious in the treatment of bacterial vaginosis.

How often can you take metronidazole 500mg?

The usual adult dose of metronidazole is 500 mg taken by mouth every 8 hours or twice daily. For treatment of trichomoniasis, a single dose of 2,000 mg may be taken orally after a meal.

What is metronidazole 500mg used for?

Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It’s used to treat skin infections, rosacea and mouth infections (including infected gums and dental abscesses). It’s used in the treatment of conditions such as bacterial vaginosis and pelvic inflammatory disease.

How long does it take for BV to clear up with metronidazole?

Bacterial vaginosis usually clears up in 2 or 3 days with antibiotics, but treatment goes on for 7 days. Do not stop using your medicine just because your symptoms are better.

How long does BV take to go away with metronidazole?

Pregnant women with symptoms of BV infection are usually treated. Oral treatment with seven days of metronidazole is preferred over vaginal treatments. The best way to prevent BV is not known. However, a few basic recommendations can be made.

What are the side effects of metronidazole 500 mg?

Common side effects may include:

• nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain;
• diarrhea, constipation;
• unpleasant metallic taste;
• rash, itching;
• vaginal itching or discharge;
• mouth sores; or.
• swollen, red, or “hairy” tongue.