Metronidazole (Flagyl) is used to treat bacterial infections of the reproductive system, gastrointestinal tract, skin, heart, bone, joint, lung, blood, and nervous system in addition to sexually transmitted diseases and bacterial vaginosis.

Founded in 2006, Heritage Pharmaceuticals distributes about 65 drugs in the U.S. It is part of Avet Pharmaceuticals, the exclusive U.S. commercial operations of Indian-based Emcure Ltd. The number of manufacturing locations was not readily available, but at least some are located in North America and Asia.