Metronidazole Vaginal
Generic: Metronidazole
Nitroimidazoles✓ FDA-verified
View full FDA label ↗Metronidazole vaginal gel is a medication used to treat bacterial vaginosis, a condition that causes an imbalance of bacteria in the vagina. It works by targeting and killing the harmful bacteria that cause this imbalance. You will use it by inserting one applicator full of the gel, which is about 5 grams, into the vagina either once or twice a day for 5 days, with the once-a-day dose recommended at bedtime. It's important to know that you should not use this medication if you have had an allergic reaction to metronidazole or similar ingredients. Additionally, avoid using it if you have taken disulfiram, a medication for alcohol dependence, in the last two weeks, as this can lead to serious reactions.
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Uses
- bacterial vaginosis.
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Dosage
Use one applicator full of gel (5 grams) intravaginally once or twice a day for 5 days.
For once-a-day dosing, use at bedtime.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
Vaginal dischargeAbdominal crampingLoose stoolsMild vaginal burningHeadacheDizziness
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- May cause convulsive seizures and peripheral neuropathy.
- Discontinue if abnormal neurologic signs appear.
- Caution in patients with central nervous system diseases.
- Do not use if taken disulfiram in the last 2 weeks.
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Drug interactions
- Warfarinmay increase bleeding riskCaution
- Lithiummay raise lithium levelsCaution
- Cimetidinemay prolong metronidazole effectsCaution
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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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