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How Long After Taking Flagyl Can One Consume Alcohol?
My doctor has prescribed a single dose of Flagil to treat a STI (Trick). I am aware that I should not drink alcohol while taking this medication. Since it is a single dose how long should I wait before drinking alcohol. Also, how long after taking the single dose does it take for the STI to be cleared?
Thu, 23 Feb 2023
Hi,
It is generally recommended that you wait at least 24 hours after your last dose of Flagyl (metronidazole) before consuming alcohol. This is because Flagyl can interact with alcohol and cause unpleasant side effects such as nausea, vomiting, flushing, and headache.
However, it's important to note that the length of time it takes for Flagyl to be fully cleared from your system can vary depending on factors such as your age, weight, liver function, and other medications you may be taking. Therefore, it's always best to check with your doctor to confirm when it's safe to consume alcohol after taking Flagyl.
Regarding the clearance of the STI, the effectiveness of Flagyl for treating Trichomoniasis (Trich) varies depending on the severity of the infection and other factors, but typically it takes about 7-10 days after taking the medication for symptoms to completely disappear. However, it's important to complete the full course of treatment prescribed by your doctor, even if you start to feel better before the medication is finished.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is generally recommended that you wait at least 24 hours after your last dose of Flagyl (metronidazole) before consuming alcohol. This is because Flagyl can interact with alcohol and cause unpleasant side effects such as nausea, vomiting, flushing, and headache.
However, it's important to note that the length of time it takes for Flagyl to be fully cleared from your system can vary depending on factors such as your age, weight, liver function, and other medications you may be taking. Therefore, it's always best to check with your doctor to confirm when it's safe to consume alcohol after taking Flagyl.
Regarding the clearance of the STI, the effectiveness of Flagyl for treating Trichomoniasis (Trich) varies depending on the severity of the infection and other factors, but typically it takes about 7-10 days after taking the medication for symptoms to completely disappear. However, it's important to complete the full course of treatment prescribed by your doctor, even if you start to feel better before the medication is finished.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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