Alcohol-containing medicines (eg, elixirs, cough syrups, tonics) may also cause problems
usual doses of oral metronidazole, a possible interaction with alcohol cannot be excluded
vomiting, dizziness, sleep problems (insomnia), runny nose, urinating more than usual, acne, increased sweating, breast discharge or enlargement, or rarely, seizures
The interaction between metronidazole and alcohol is a real possibility
Published on October 7, 2021 Key takeaways: You shouldn’t mix metronidazole (Flagyl) and alcohol
Use of oral metronidazole is associated with a disulfiram-like reaction to alcohol, including abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and
dry mouth
Alcohol
There are no data on the use of metronidazole intravaginal in pregnant women
It is advisable to abstain from alcohol for several days after completing the treatment as well
5 mg of metronidazole) to 12 normal subjects, a mean maximum serum metronidazole concentration of 237 ng/mL was reported (range: 152 to 368 ng/mL)
Interaction with Alcohol
5 mg of metronidazole) to 12 normal subjects, a mean maximum serum metronidazole concentration of 237 ng/mL was reported (range: 152 to 368 ng/mL)
a possible interaction with alcohol cannot be excluded
75%) gel also is contraindicated in hypersensitive patients, but Do not take this medication with alcohol or any product that contains alcohol
1Due to its low systemic absorption, vaginal metronidazole therapy is preferable for patients in whom drug interactions or side effects from oral dosing are a concern; however, its higher cost should limit routine use
For once daily Metronidazole Vaginal Gel is the intravaginal dosage form of the synthetic antibacterial agent, metronidazole, USP at a concentration of 0
Consumption of alcoholic beverages or products containing alcohol or propylene glycol during treatment with metroNIDAZOLE is not recommended
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Topical metronidazole is available in gel, cream, and lotion forms