Metronidazole Topical

Prescription

Tên thương mại: METRONIDAZOLE

Dạng bào chế

Topical

Đường dùng

TOPICAL

Nhà sản xuất

Encube Ethicals, Inc.

About This Medication

DESCRIPTION Metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%, contains metronidazole, at a concentration of 7.5 mg per gram (0.75%) in a gel consisting of carbopol 980, edetate disodium, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, and sodium hydroxide. Metronidazole is classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal and anti-bacterial agent. Chemically, metronidazole is named 2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1- ethanol and has the following structure: Structure

Hoạt chất

Thành phần	Hàm lượng
Metronidazole	-

Chỉ định & Cách dùng

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%, is indicated for topical application in the treatment of inflammatory papules and pustules of rosacea.

Liều dùng & Cách dùng

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply and rub in a thin film of metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%, twice daily, morning and evening, to entire affected areas after washing. Areas to be treated should be cleansed before application of metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%. Patients may use cosmetics after application of metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%.

Side Effects Overview

ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse experiences have been reported with the topical use of metronidazole: burning, skin irritation, dryness, transient redness, metallic taste, tingling or numbness of extremities and nausea.

Chống chỉ định

CONTRAINDICATIONS Metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%, is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity lo metronidazole, parabens, or other ingredients of the formulation.

Frequently Asked Questions

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%, is indicated for topical application in the treatment of inflammatory papules and pustules of rosacea.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply and rub in a thin film of metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%, twice daily, morning and evening, to entire affected areas after washing. Areas to be treated should be cleansed before application of metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%. Patients may use cosmetics after application of metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%.

CONTRAINDICATIONS Metronidazole gel USP (topical), 0.75%, is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity lo metronidazole, parabens, or other ingredients of the formulation.

Metronidazole Topical is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

References & Data Sources

• DailyMed — Metronidazole Topical drug label (National Library of Medicine)
• openFDA — Metronidazole Topical label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
• RxNorm — RXCUI 311679 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
• NDC Directory — Metronidazole Topical (FDA National Drug Code)

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Nguồn dữ liệu: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS