Prescription
Antibiotic and Antiparasitic (Nitroimidazole)
Metronidazole
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that works by killing bacteria and parasites in your body — it stops them from growing and multiplying, which helps your body fight off the infection.
What is it used for?
Stomach infections (amoeba)diarrhea caused by germsdental infectionsvaginal infectionswound infectionsstomach ulcer (works alongside other drugs to kill the H. pylori bacteria)pelvic infectionsinfections after surgery
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.