What is METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL used for?

METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL (brand name Metronidazole Vaginal Gel) is a Antifungal indicated for See full prescribing information.

How does METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL work?

METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Metronidazole is an antimicrobial drug [see Microbiology ( 12.4 )] ..

What are the most common side effects of METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL the same as Metronidazole Vaginal Gel?

Metronidazole Vaginal Gel is a brand name for METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL

Antifungal

Brand names: Metronidazole Vaginal Gel

Vaginal

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Metronidazole is an antimicrobial drug [see Microbiology ( 12.4 )] .

Indications

See full prescribing information

Contraindications

• 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS • History of hypersensitivity to metronidazole
• parabens
• other ingredients of the formulation
• or other nitroimidazole derivatives (4.1) • Concomitant use of disulfiram or within 2 weeks of disulfiram ( 4.2
• 7.1 ) • Concomitant use of alcohol ( 4.3

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Central and peripheral nervous system effects: Convulsive seizures and peripheral neuropathy have been reported in patients treated with oral or intravenous metronidazole

Known Side Effects

12 documented side effects by frequency

Drug Not Working

>10%

Nausea

1-10%

Diarrhea

1-10%

Vomiting

1-10%

Fever

1-10%

Abdominal Pain

1-10%

Headache

1-10%

Fatigue

1-10%

Shortness of Breath

0.1-1%

Dizziness

0.1-1%

Condition Worsened

0.1-1%

General Unwellness

0.1-1%

Community Discussions

3 Reddit threads analysed for METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL

Overall Sentiment

Slightly positive

Comparison Threads

Avg Post Score

10,729 upvotes

Most discussed side effects in community

Fatigue (1)

Sexual Dysfunction (1)

Mood Changes (1)

Comparison Threads

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Anyone have a good reference on differences between topical forms (cream vs ointment vs gel vs lotion)?

Like when one is preffered to another, therapeutic interchangeability, etc? I had a script for Noritate (metronidazole) cream today, and it's expensive. Wondering what the difference is between the gel that is available generic.

r/pharmacy1277y ago

Patient Experiences (r/pharmacy, r/AskDocs & more)

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r/TwoXChromosomes16,78317427y ago

Fatigue

Sexual Dysfunction

4 years since discovery

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Mood Changes

Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.

Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL openFDA label JSON → METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL FAERS adverse-event reports → METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of METRONIDAZOLE VAGINAL GEL

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Vaginal