Patient was educated on contraindications for using Metronidazole as follows: Metronidazole induces a very strong sensation of nausea and vomiting with flushing of skin and rapid heart rate, when it is taken with alcohol. Avoid alcohol intake, while on a course of Metronidazole. Allow 48 to 72 hours after completion of the course of Metronidazole, before consumption of alcohol. Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Metronidazole. Discuss with your [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Metronidazole as follows: Anaphylaxis A rare, but serious anaphylactic response can occur for Metronidazole. Patients can present with extreme itching and rash, swelling of the face and throat, dizziness, bronchoconstriction, and difficulty breathing. This is an emergency and medical attention should be sought immediately, without any delay. Central nervous system findings Metronidazole use can sometimes result in severe dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, tremors, and seizures. Hepatic damage [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Metronidazole as follows: Opportunistic fungal infections The friendly normal flora residing in the human body help prevent growth of opportunistic infections. Metronidazole by destroying the normal flora, tips the balance in favor of opportunistic infections. So, long term use of Metronidazole carries a risk of opportunistic fungal infections, such as, thrush and yeast infections. Vision changes Metronidazole intake can lead to vision changes, headaches, and eye [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Metronidazole as follows: Nausea and vomiting This is the most common side effect of Metronidazole. Taking the antibiotic with some food and water can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Dyspepsia Metronidazole typically causes stomach upset and metallic taste in the mouth. Diarrhea Human intestines have a lot of bacteria, both good and bad, living in a sensitive balance with each other. This helps maintain [...]

Patient was educated on how to take Metronidazole as follows: Take Metronidazole pill with food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the medication with some food and water helps prevent any nauseating sensation. Evenly space out the doses of the antibiotic and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule helps with maintaining a constant level of the antibiotic in the body, which is needed for [...]