Metronidazole comes in many brand names, such as Flagyl, MetroCream, MetroGel, Nuvessa, and Pylera. A generic drug is an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication.

Metronidazole is a generic drug, which means it’s an exact copy of the active drug in a brand-name medication. A generic drug is considered to be as safe and effective as the original drug.

Metronidazole also comes in forms that are injectable and topical, but this article does not cover them. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist to learn more about these forms.

Metronidazole (Flagyl) is a common and effective treatment for bacterial vaginosis. A known adverse effect of metronidazole (Flagyl) is a drug-drug reaction that occurs when metronidazole and ...