What is the treatment for trichomonas infection?
An antibiotic called metronidazole is the common treatment. More than 9 in 10 infections clear with a short course of metronidazole tablets. Treatment is usually straightforward. Read the leaflet that comes with the tablets for a full list of possible side-effects and cautions. However, main points to note about metronidazole include: • The usual dose is 400 mg twice a day for 5-7 days. A single dose of 2 grams is an alternative, although this may be less effective and may cause more side-effects. • Some people feel sick, and may vomit when they take metronidazole. This is less likely to occur if you take the tablets straight after food. • A metallic taste is also a common side-effect. • Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, and for at least 48 hours after stopping treatment. The interaction with alcohol can cause vomiting and other problems. • Breast-feeding: metronidazole can get into breast milk, but is not thought to affect breast-fed babies. However, to play safe, t
