Metronidazole (Topical)
Brand Names : MetroCream, MetroGel, MetroLotion
Category- Antirosacea agent, topical
DescriptionTopical metronidazole (me-troe-NI-da-zole) is applied to the
skin in adults to help control rosacea (roe-ZAY-she-ah)
, also known as acne rosacea and �adult
acne.� This medicine helps to reduce the redness of the skin and the
number of pimples, usually found on the face, in patients with rosacea.
Topical metronidazole is available only with your doctor's prescription,
in the following dosage forms:
Topical
-
Cream (U.S. and Canada)
-
Gel (U.S. and Canada)
-
Lotion (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In the U.S. -
- MetroCream
- MetroGel
- MetroLotion
In Canada -
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