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).
In the event that any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention. You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking metronidazole: 1  Agitation. 2  back pain. 3  blindness. 4  blurred vision. 5  burning, numbness, tingling, or painful sensations in the hands or feet.