Metronidazole Oral, Intravenous and Nuprin Backache

• Generic Name: metronidazole
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Flagyl, MetroGel, FIRST Metronidazole, Flagyl 375

Metronidazole is used to treat bacterial infections in different areas of the body. The extended-release tablets are used to treat women with vaginal infections (bacterial vaginosis).

Metronidazole belongs to the class of medicines known as antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, metronidazole will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Metronidazole is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: magnesium salicylate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Doans Pills Extra Strength, MST, Nuprin Backache, Magan, Mobidin, Doans Pills, Bayer Select Backache Pain Formula, Doans Extra Strength

Nuprin Backache is a salicylate (sa-LIS-il-ate). It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain, fever, and inflammation.

Nuprin Backache is used to treat mild-to-moderate pain, fever, inflammatory conditions, and pain, swelling, or stiffness associated with arthritis.

Nuprin Backache may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.