Metronidazole
Uses
Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections and the symptoms they can cause
How it Works
Metronidazole is known as an antibiotic. Metronidazole kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA if the infectious cells thus killing the cells and stopping the infection from spreading further.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Metronidazole include the symptoms below;
Nausea,
Headache,
Dry mouth,
Metallic taste
Furazolidone
Uses
Furazolidone is used in the treatment of bacterial and protozoal infections in the gastrointestinal tract.
How it Works
Furazolidone works by killing the bacterial and protozoal cells in the body thus stopping the infection from spreading.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Furazolidone include the symptoms below;
Acne-like rash,
Hives,
Joint pain,
Decreased blood pressure,
Dizziness,
Headache,
Nausea,
Stomach upset,
Vomiting,
Allergic reaction,
Weakness,
Chills,
Fever