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Metronidazole

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Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

If you are being treated for a certain infection (trichomoniasis), all sexual partners may also need to be treated to avoid re-infection. During treatment, avoid sexual intercourse, or always use a latex or polyurethane condom.

This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection unless your doctor tells you to.

If you are taking this medication for a longer time, lab tests (such as blood cell counts) may be done while you are taking this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.

Storage

Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze the suspension form of this medication. Once the bottle for the suspension is opened, the medication expires after 60 days. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.