METRONIDAZOLE - TOPICAL (Metrocream, Metrogel, Metrolotion, Noritate, Rozex) side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.

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METRONIDAZOLE-TOPICAL Index

METRONIDAZOLE-TOPICAL (cont.)

NOTES: This medication is prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it for another infection or share it with someone else. Another infection later on may require a different medication.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) away from sunlight.

Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005

METRONIDAZOLE-TOPICAL Index

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