Metronidazole
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Rx only
- WARNING
- METRONIDAZOLE DESCRIPTION
- CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
- INDICATIONS & USAGE
- METRONIDAZOLE CONTRAINDICATIONS
- WARNINGS
- PRECAUTIONS
- METRONIDAZOLE ADVERSE REACTIONS
- OVERDOSAGE
- DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION
- HOW SUPPLIED
- STORAGE AND HANDLING
- REFERENCES
- PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL SECTION
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Rx only
WARNING
PRECAUTIONS). Unnecessary use of the drug should be avoided. Its use should be reserved for the conditions described in theINDICATIONS AND USAGEsection below.METRONIDAZOLE DESCRIPTION
C6H9N3O3 M.W. 171.15
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Microbiology
Susceptibility Tests
Bacteriologic studies should be performed to determine the causative organisms and their susceptibility to metronidazole; however, the rapid, routine susceptibility testing of individuals isolates of anaerobic bacteria is not always practical, and therapy may be started while awaiting these results.
INDICATIONS & USAGE
Symptomatic TrichomoniasisAsymptomatic Trichomoniasis
Treatment of Asymptomatic Consorts
Amebiasis
Anaerobic Bacterial Infections
METRONIDAZOLE CONTRAINDICATIONS
WARNINGS).
WARNINGS
Central and Peripheral Nervous System EffectsPRECAUTIONS
GeneralInformation for Patients
Drug Interactions).
Laboratory Tests
Metronidazole is a nitroimidazole and should be used with caution in patients with evidence of or history of blood dyscrasia. A mild leukopenia has been observed during its administration; however, no persistent hematologic abnormalities attributable to metronidazole have been observed in clinical studies. Total and differential leukocyte counts are recommended before and after therapy for trichomoniasis and amebiasis, especially if a second course of therapy is necessary, and before and after therapy for anaerobic infections.
Drug Interactions
Drug/Laboratory Test Interactions
Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility
Pregnancy
Nursing Mothers
Geriatric Use
Pediatric Use
METRONIDAZOLE ADVERSE REACTIONS
OVERDOSAGE
Treatment
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION
Trichomoniasis
CONTRAINDICATIONS). In pregnant patients in whom alternative treatment has been inadequate, the one-day course of therapy should not be used, as it results in higher serum levels which can reach the fetal circulation (seePRECAUTIONS, Pregnancy).
Amebiasis
Anaerobic Bacterial Infections
HOW SUPPLIED
333on one side and unscored on the other side. Available in bottles of 100, 250 and 500.
334on one side and unscored on the other side. Available in bottles of 100 and 500.
STORAGE AND HANDLING
PROTECT FROM LIGHT
REFERENCES
PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL SECTION
MetronidazoleMETRONIDAZOLE TABLET
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PLEASE, BE CAREFUL!
Be sure to consult your doctor before taking any medication!
