Metronidazole Gel

Metronidazole Topical Gel is an antibiotic that is applied to help treat skin lesions due to rosacea.

Generic Metrogel, MetroCream

Metronidazole

Roza, Metrogyl

130g

Lekar Pharma, Hi-Tec Laboratories

Gel

0.75%, 2%

India

Out of Stock.

Metronidazole Topical

Uses

Metronidazole Gel is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections and vaginal infections. Metronidazole Gel is also used in the treatment of skin lesions caused by rosacea.

How it Works

Metronidazole is known as an antibiotic. Metronidazole works by killing the bacterial cells and microorganisms that cause the infections in the body. Metronidazole does this by destroying the bacterial cells thus stopping the infection.

Common Side effects

Some of the potential side effects of Metronidazole Gel can include the symptoms below

Burn,
Irritation,
Skin redness,
Dryness,
Stinging sensation

Introduction

Metronidazole Topical gel is a kind of antibiotic which helps in the treatment of bacterial and protozoan infection. It belongs to the class of antibiotic known as nitroimidazoles. It inhibits the growth of bacteria and protozoa, however, this drug cannot be used in the treatment of viral infections.

Use

This medication is used to treat bacterial and protozoan infections. It is used in the treatment of vaginal bacterial infection. It is also used to treat skin, stomach, joints, and respiratory infection. This medication cannot be used to treat viral infections like cold, flu etc. This medication can be combined with anti-ulcer medication to treat different types of ulcers.

Dosage and administration

Metronidazole Topical gel should be used on the affected areas once or twice a day. Apply a thin film of this gel on the affected area. It is necessary to wash your hands before and after application. Use this medication for full course to completely clear the infection. Do not stop the medication in between if you start feeling better. In case you are using this gel only once a day then it is better to use it during bedtime. However, if you are using this gel twice a day and you miss one dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the normal schedule.

Warning

In case you have any existing allergies to any substance or you are developing new allergies to any of the ingredients present in this medicine then consult a doctor immediately.
In case the patient has any liver ailment, low blood platelets, nerve problem etc, inform the doctor about the medical history of the patient prior to intake of the medication.
Do not take this medication if you are pregnant or a breast feeding mother, however if it is extremely necessary to take this medicine then consult a doctor immediately before taking the medication.
Do not smoke or consume alcohol along with this medication as they may lead to many side effects and may reduce effectiveness.
Do not use this medicine if you have taken disulfiram within 2 weeks.
Usually this gel is for genital organs only, hence avoid the medication to get into your eyes, nose and mouth. However, if it affects the eyes then thoroughly rinse with cold water.

Side effects

This medication has several side effects which are as follows:-

Stomach pain
Abdominal cramps
Burning sensation while urinating
Redness and itching of the genital areas
Itching in the vagina
Loss of appetite
Headache and dizziness
Nausea and vomiting
Dryness of the mouth
Light headedness
White vaginal discharge with no odour

Rated: 5.0 / 5 based on 5.0 customer reviews.

Posted by Hitechew on Oct 23, 2020 Verified Purchase

Unknown skin malady

This helped soothe and heal skin that would not heal and doctor had no clue why

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Posted by nfm on Apr 12, 2020 Verified Purchase

for skin infections

metronidazole is a powerful antibiotic, well-suited for topical use.  its effects on DNA make it less suited for first-line systemic use, but it's ok as a cream.

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