Brand Name(s): Flagyl; MetroCream; MetroGel;

MetroGel-Vaginal

CAS nº: 443-48-1
(me-troe-NI-da-zole)

About Metronidazole

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Why is this medication prescribed?

Metronidazole is a man-made drug that is effective against certain bacteria and parasites (protozoa). It is used for treating vaginal infections with protozoa such as Trichomonas vaginalis, ameba, and giardia and also is effective against anaerobic bacterial infections (anaerobic bacteria are a type of bacteria that grow without oxygen).

Metronidazole is also used in the treament of the dermatological condition rosacea, where it is marketed by Galderma under the trade names Rozex® and MetroGel®.

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