Garter snake (genus Thamnophis), any of more than a dozen species of nonvenomous snakes having a striped pattern suggesting a garter: typically, one or three longitudinal yellow to red stripes, between which are checkered blotches. Forms in which the stripes are obscure or lacking are often called grass snakes. Authorities differ as to the number of species, since garter snakes show only slight differences in their scales but considerable geographic differences in coloration.
Night sweats are common with Flagyl; the day after I stopped this medication the night sweats stopped. I had a very mild case of diverticulitis which was caught quite early because I am very vigilant regarding my health and body; it cleared up in less than a week (had followup abdominal x-rays).
4 Possible side effects. Like all medicines, Metronidazole tablets can cause side effects, particularly when you first start taking it, although not everybody gets them. Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any of the following effects or any effects not listed. Treatment of infection caused by Trichomonas. 2  Adults and adolescents: 2g as a single dose, or 200mg three times a day for 7 days, or 400mg twice a day for 5 to 7 days. 3  Your partner should also be treated. 4  Children under 10 years: 40mg/kg as a single dose or 15-30mg/kg/day two to three times daily for 7 days.