Metronidazole (Topical)

Brand Names : MetroCream, MetroGel, MetroLotion

Proper Use of This Medicine

Do not use this medicine in or near the eyes . Watering of the eyes may occur when the medicine is used too close to the eyes.

If this medicine does get into your eyes, wash them out immediately, but carefully, with large amounts of cool tap water. If your eyes still burn or are painful, check with your doctor.

Before applying this medicine, thoroughly wash the affected area(s) with a mild, nonirritating cleanser, rinse well, and gently pat dry.

To use:

• After washing the affected area(s), apply this medicine with your fingertips.
• Apply and rub in a thin film of medicine, using enough to cover the affected area(s) lightly. You should apply the medicine to the whole area usually affected by rosacea, not just to the pimples themselves .
• Wash the medicine off your hands.

To help keep your rosacea under control, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment . You may have to continue using this medicine every day for 9 weeks or longer. Do not miss any doses .

Dosing - The dose of topical metronidazole will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of topical metronidazole. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For topical dosage forms (cream, gel, and lotion):
  • For rosacea:
    • Adults - Apply to the affected area(s) of skin two times a day, morning and evening, for nine weeks.
    • Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the medicine from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.