Alternatives for bacterial vaginosis include clindamycin topically or systemically. For giardiasis, alternative options include paromomycin, nitazoxanide or the antihelminthic benzimidazoles. Alternatives for Clostridium difficile are varied, including oral vancomycin, nitazoxanide and rifaximin.Alternatives for bacterial vaginosis include clindamycin topically or systemically. For giardiasis, alternative options include paromomycin, nitazoxanide or the antihelminthic benzimidazoles. Alternatives for Clostridium difficile are varied, including oral vancomycin, nitazoxanide and rifaximin.

What is an alternative for metronidazole?

In cases where metronidazole is unable to be used due to drug-drug interactions, tinidazole may be a safe alternative.

Is there an over the counter form of metronidazole?

Metronidazole is a prescription medication in the United States. Because of this, metronidazole OTC (over-the-counter) is not available from pharmacies and one cannot just buy metronidazole online.

Can I take amoxicillin instead of metronidazole?

Metronidazole is an alternative to amoxicillin for the treatment of some oral infections. Table 1 lists first and second-line indications for metronidazole.

What antibiotic is comparable to Flagyl?

Flagyl (metronidazole) and Cipro (ciprofloxacin) are both types of antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections.

Is metronidazole the same as Flagyl?

Metronidazole is used to treat a certain type of vaginal infection (bacterial vaginosis) in women who are not pregnant. Metronidazole is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Metronidazole is available under the following different brand names: Flagyl, Flagyl ER, and Flagyl IV RTU.

How can I get a prescription for metronidazole?

The first step to getting a Flagyl prescription is consulting a licensed medical provider. People who might need a Flagyl prescription can use Push Health to connect with a local medical provider who can prescribe Flagyl medication, including Flagyl 500 mg tablets, when appropriate to do so.

What is generic for metronidazole?

Metronidazole is a generic drug. It's also available as the brand-name drugs Flagyl, MetroCream, MetroGel, Noritate, Vandazole, and many others. It comes as tablets, capsules, liquid for infusion, gels, creams, and lotions.