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What is Metrolotion
MetronidazoleThe Generic name of this drug
Treatment SummaryMetronidazole is a type of antibiotic used to treat bacterial and parasitic infections, such as gastrointestinal infections, trichomoniasis, giardiasis, and amebiasis. It has been used for several years and is available in capsule, tablet, topical, and suppository forms. Metronidazole is a versatile antibiotic that can treat many different types of infections.
Flagylis the brand name
Metrolotion Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Flagyl
Metronidazole
1963
449
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Metronidazole, commonly known as Flagyl, is approved by the FDA for 25 uses including Bacterial Septicemia and Bacterial Infections .Bacterial Septicemia
Bacterial Infections
Abscess, Intra-Abdominal
Lung Abscess
Endomyometritis
Empyema
Central Nervous System Bacterial Infections
Bacterial Peritonitis
Pneumonia
Abdominal Infection
Liver Abscess
Endometritis
Tubo-ovarian abscess
Bacterial Endocarditis
Bacteria, Anaerobic
Communicable Diseases
Bacteria
Communicable Diseases
Curling Ulcer
Used to treat Duodenal Ulcer in combination with Bismuth subsalicylate
Bone and Joint Infections
Abscess
Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Used to treat Helicobacter Pylori Infection in combination with Bismuth subsalicylate
Bacterial Meningitis
Trichomonas Infections
Exposure via partner
Effectiveness
How Metrolotion Affects PatientsMetronidazole is a drug that can treat certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It works by damaging the DNA of the microbes, but it does not work on most regular bacteria or on aerobic organisms. Taking metronidazole at higher doses can lead to convulsions and numbness in the extremities, so it should be taken with caution. It has been found to possibly cause cancer in mice and rats, but it is unknown if this applies to humans. It is best to only take metronidazole when absolutely necessary and only for its approved uses.
How Metrolotion works in the bodyMetronidazole works by entering cells and then producing toxic compounds that damage the DNA of bacteria and protozoa. It has a special affinity for anaerobic and microaerophilic organisms, meaning it is particularly effective against them. It affects their electron transport proteins and blocks their ability to produce new DNA, which prevents them from replicating.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Metrolotion is contingent on the diagnosed affliction, including Exposure through partner, Skin and Curling Ulcer. The quantity of dosage likewise differs as per the method of administration (e.g. Capsule or Vaginal) mentioned in the table beneath.Condition
Dosage
Administration
Vaginal Candidiasis
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Uterine Cervical Erosion
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Empyema
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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symptomatic Trichomoniasis
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Bacterial Meningitis
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Bacterial Peritonitis
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Exposure via partner
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Amebic colitis
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Atopic Dermatitis
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Skin
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Helicobacter Pylori Infection
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Communicable Diseases
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Abdominal Infection
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Bone and Joint Infections
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Bacteria, Anaerobic
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Bacterial Infections
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Pneumonia
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Sinusitis
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Liver Abscess
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Liver Abscess, Amebic
5.0 mg/mL, , 0.0075 mg/mg, 500.0 mg, 0.01 mg/mg, 7.5 mg/mL, 250.0 mg, 375.0 mg, 0.065 mg/mg, 125.0 mg, 10.0 %, 0.75 %, 1.0 %, 750.0 mg, 0.001 mg/mg, 200.0 mg, 400.0 mg, 100.0 mg/mL, 0.013 mg/mg, 0.5 mg/mg
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Warnings
Metrolotion has three known contraindications and should not be utilized when afflicted with the conditions outlined in the table below.Metrolotion ContraindicationsCondition
Risk Level
Notes
Pregnancy Trimester, First
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Metronidazole may interact with Pulse Frequency
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Metronidazole may interact with Pulse Frequency
Common Metrolotion Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Abemaciclib
Major
The metabolism of Abemaciclib can be decreased when combined with Metronidazole.
Acalabrutinib
Major
The metabolism of Acalabrutinib can be decreased when combined with Metronidazole.
Alectinib
Major
The metabolism of Alectinib can be decreased when combined with Metronidazole.
Alpelisib
Major
The metabolism of Alpelisib can be decreased when combined with Metronidazole.
Aminophylline
Major
The metabolism of Aminophylline can be decreased when combined with Metronidazole.
Metrolotion Toxicity & Overdose RiskThe toxic dose of metronidazole in rats is 5000 mg/kg. Symptoms of an overdose include tingling in the arms and legs, confusion, seizures, a reaction to alcohol, dark urine, a bad taste in the mouth, nausea, stomach pains, dizziness, and a low white blood cell count. There is no specific treatment for metronidazole overdose. Treatment should include supportive care and activated charcoal to remove the drug from the body. It's also important to contact the local poison control center for more information on how to manage an overdose.
Metrolotion Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Metrolotion?
179 active studies are currently investigating the utility of Metrolotion in managing Curling Ulcer, Periodontitis and Central Nervous System Bacterial Infections.Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Giardiasis
0 Actively Recruiting
Abdominal Infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial Endocarditis
0 Actively Recruiting
prophylaxis of Postoperative Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Pneumonia
62 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 3, Early Phase 1, Phase 4
Rosacea
0 Actively Recruiting
post-surgical vaginal cuff infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Vaginitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Lung Abscess
0 Actively Recruiting
Tubo-ovarian abscess
0 Actively Recruiting
Sinusitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Trichomonas Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Postoperative Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Inflammatory pustules
0 Actively Recruiting
Elective Colorectal Surgery
0 Actively Recruiting
Candida albicans
0 Actively Recruiting
Liver Abscess
0 Actively Recruiting
Vaginal Candidiasis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Bone and Joint Infections
0 Actively Recruiting
Metrolotion Reviews: What are patients saying about Metrolotion?
5Patient Review
10/14/2014 This topical rosacea treatment did exactly what it said it would. I experienced no negative side effects, like my skin getting worse when I started using it, and after just one month my rosacea was completely gone.
5Patient Review
7/21/2017 It took a few weeks to start seeing results, but it was worth the wait. Once it began working, I saw a significant difference. Consistency is key with this treatment.
2Patient Review
4/21/2015 I was very disappointed with this treatment. I saw no change in my redness after four weeks, and if anything, it might have gotten worse.
Patient Q&A Section about metrolotion
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What does MetroGel do for rosacea?
"This medication, which is an antibiotic, may help to reduce the redness, swelling, and number of pimples caused by rosacea. It is believed to work by reducing the swelling (inflammation) associated with rosacea. Some brands of this medication also contain sunscreens."
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What skin issues does metronidazole treat?
"Metronidazole is used to treat rosacea, a skin condition that causes redness, flushing, and pimples on the face. Metronidazole is a medication that belongs to a class of drugs called nitroimidazole antimicrobials. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria."
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Is metronidazole cream over the counter?
"Suppository.
This medicine is available only by prescription from your doctor. It comes in the following forms:
Gel or Jelly Cream Suppository"
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