Metronidazole topical gel contains metronidazole, USP, at a concentration of 7.5 mg per gram (0.75%) in a gel consisting of carbomer 940, edetate disodium, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, and sodium hydroxide. Metronidazole is classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent. Chemically, metronidazole is named 2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol and has the following structure:
Apply and rub in a thin film of metronidazole topical gel twice daily, morning and evening, to entire affected areas after washing.
Areas to be treated should be cleansed before application of metronidazole topical gel. Patients may use cosmetics after application of metronidazole topical gel.
Apply and rub in a thin film of Metronidazole Topical Gel twice daily, morning and evening, to entire affected areas after washing.
Areas to be treated should be cleansed before application of Metronidazole Topical Gel. Patients may use cosmetics after application of Metronidazole Topical Gel.