Metronidazole (Vaginal Route)

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Metronidazole (Vaginal Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Metrogel-Vaginal
  • Vandazole

Canadian Brand Names

  • Flagyl
  • Neo-Metric
  • Nidagel

Description

Metronidazole is used to treat certain vaginal infections. It works by killing bacteria. This medicine will not work for vaginal fungus or yeast infections.

Metronidazole is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Suppository
  • Gel/Jelly
  • Cream
Before Using

DR600907

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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