FLUCONAZOLE (floo KON na zole) prevents and treats fungal or yeast infections
Fluconazole is a member of the triazole family, one of the most widely used antifungal agents
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach, liver, skin, joints, brain and spinal cord, lungs, heart, or bloodstream
Metronidazole (Flagyl) IR and metronidazole (Flagyl) ER are different forms of the same medication
A common antifungal medication, fluconazole (Diflucan), can interact with many medications, like atorvastatin and warfarin
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Page last reviewed Yes and no: Flagyl is an antibiotic that treats anaerobic bacteria and some parasites
Azole antifungal agents have added greatly to the therapeutic options for treatment of systemic fungal infections
Brand names for metronidazole include Flagyl and Flagyl ER and a brand name for fluconazole is Diflucan
Applies to: Diflucan (fluconazole) and Flagyl (metronidazole) Using fluconazole together with metroNIDAZOLE can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious and potentially life-threatening, although it is a relatively rare side effect
Children younger than 6 months of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor
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This can contribute to heart-related side effects, like low blood pressure or heart rhythm changes
Metronidazole and diflucan (fluconazole) cleared my vaginal infection but BV and yeast test were negative
Here, we’ll highlight seven key interactions to be aware of prior to taking metronidazole
Is it okay to take metronidazole and diflucan (fluconazole) at the same time because i have bacterial vaginosis and a vaginal yeast infection? 6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Feb 1, 20213
To treat bacterial vaginosis, your doctor may prescribe one of the following medicines: Metronidazole (Flagyl, Metrogel-Vaginal, others)
Cipro and Metronidazole are both used to fight bacterial infections
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52% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 36% reported a negative effect
Prescription only
Metronidazole (Flagyl) is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial and parasitic infections
75% gel, 5-gram dose, placed vaginally twice a week for four to six months