How to Treat Trichomoniasis?

Medical Treatment:

Trichomoniasis does not go away without treatment.
Infection cure itself in rare cases, but you risk of passing the infection on to someone if you are not treated
Trichomoniasis is usually treated by antibiotics
People prescribed an antibiotic called metronidazole. Take metronidazole twice a day for 5 to 7 days. Best to take after food
It is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women as a precaution
Do not drink alcohol while taking metronidazole and for at least 3 days after finishing the antibiotics course
If metronidazole is unsuitable for you, a specialist can prescribe an alternative treatment
Avoid having sex while you are being treated for trichomoniasis (as become reinfected)
You need to return to your GP surgery or sexual health clinic if you have unprotected sex before your treatment is finished
Your sexual partner is also tested and treated it is very important. If not treated, this increases the risk of reinfection

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