Flagyl question

The last time I had pouchitis, I took Flagyl, 3 times per day for 10 days and that was it. The pouchitis cleared up nicely.

Each case is different. The typical acute case responds to 10-20 days of regular dosing. But, if your case is considered chronic or recurring, it could be antibiotic dependent. Then, long term antibiotics may be necessary. Every other day or pulsing (alternating one week on, one week off) is one option. This helps prevent antibiotic resistance.

Decades ago when I had recurrent bladder infections, I was placed on low dose antibiotics for a year. It resolved the problem.

Jan

Thanks for the information. I last had pouchitis 2 years ago. So I guess that could be why. I just dread being on flagyl for another month even if it is alternate days

Why the dread? Do you have intolerable side effects? I feel pretty fortunate that I tolerate it pretty well. Other than the funny taste in my mouth, I had no issues with it and I was on it 3 times a day for a couple of months at one time.

Jan

Van,

The only problem I had on flagyl for 2 years (250 mg 3 times a day) was a candida yeast infection that was totally my fault because I completely ignored any preventive measures that would have easily prevented it.

Now, that doesn't mean everyone will have the same good luck that I had with it.

In the absence of known intolerance (which you have not indicated), I wouldn't be overly concerned. Yes, it's best to not require antibiotics, but there are a lot worse things.

Hope it turns out well and you find flagyl to a friend rather than a foe.



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