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Originally Posted by et3shockit
During my annual pap, I was diagnosed with having mild vaginitis and was given flagyl. I started taking it today (500mg) and then thought "why couldn't I just take something like Monistat?". I had never taken any antibiotic like this before and didn't realize how intense it is before I started reading up on it. I'm even more irritated that I'll have to double-up on BC since I'm also on the pill. Did I really need to start taking this?
My second question is about alcohol. I haven't experienced any kind of side effects today. I took one dose at 4:30 am and the second at 2pm. Can I have a glass of wine, say around 8 or 9 pm without becoming violently ill? I'd appreciate any help!
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I agree with the above post.
Although, I don't understand why you're doubling up on your birth control. That makes no sense, unless you mean that you're using condoms or something else IN ADDITION to the pill. Taking 2 pills isn't going to counteract the possible pill efficacy. You'll need to use a back-up method or abstain for at least 7 days after taking the last antibiotic to protect against pregnancy.
As far as alcohol, that's a BIG NO. Flagyl interacts chemically with alcohol, and it can/will make you very, very ill. Flushing, fast heartbeats, nausea, and vomiting may occur when alcohol is ingested during Flagyl therapy. This isn't just a "it's not a good idea," it's a BIG "no-no." Patients are to be reinforced of this during couseling.
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