metronidazole topical
Metronidazole is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Metronidazole topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin lesions caused by rosacea. Metronidazole topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
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metronidazole Topical
tronidazole (Topical route) met-roe-NYE-da-zole Oral routeTabletTablet, Extended ReleaseCapsule Metronidazole has been shown to be carcinogenic in mice and rats. Unnecessary...
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Rosacea
...hot baths, cold weather, specific skin products, exercise, or other factors. Oral antibiotics (such as tetracycline, minocycline, or doxycycline) or topical antibiotics (like metronidazole) applied to your face may control skin eruptions. Other medications (isoretinol or Accutane), which are similar...
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Perioral dermatitis
...Generally, skin creams containing steroids should not be used to treat perioral dermatitis. Your physician may choose to treat the bumps with other topical medications, such as metronidazole, erythromycin, benzoyl peroxide, tacrolimus, clindamycin, or pimecrolimus. In more severe cases, oral antibiotics...
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Metronidazole Lotion
Metronidazole Lotion Dosage Form: lotion METRONIDAZOLE TOPICAL LOTION, 0.75% FOR TOPICAL USE ONLY Rx Only (NOT FOR OPHTHALMIC USE) DESCRIPTION Metronidazole...
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