Metrogyl Gel (Metronidazole)

What is Metrogyl Gel?

Metrogyl Gel is an antibiotic used to treat acne and some skin infections. It helps to reduce the number of pimples. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms.

Metrogyl Gel is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly, and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. You may have to use it for a long time (up to 3 months) before your acne starts to improve. Be patient and keep using it every day.

How Metrogyl Gel Works

Metrogyl Gel is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause skin infections by damaging their DNA.

How To Use Metrogyl Gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Benefits Of Metrogyl Gel

In Acne

Metrogyl Gel is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria causing acne on your skin. It may take several weeks before your symptoms improve so you need to keep using this medicine even if it appears not to be working. Sometimes acne may get worse before it gets better, however, with proper use, your skin will get clearer. The earlier you start using it, the less likely you are to get scars.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Metrogyl Gel is a versatile antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat gum ulcers and other dental infections (abscesses), leg ulcers, and pressure sores. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.

In Treatment of Parasitic infections

Metrogyl Gel is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many parasitic infections such as amoebic dysentery. It works by stopping the growth of parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant. This medicine is generally safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding, but you should ask your doctor.

Side Effects Of Metrogyl Gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Metrogyl

• Headache
• Dryness in mouth
• Nausea
• Metallic taste

Warning

Pregnancy

It is generally consider safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have show low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding

It is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The baby’s skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to the harmful effects of Metrogyl Gel via licking.

FAQ’s

1. What is Metrogyl Gel? What is it use for?

Metrogyl Gel is an antibiotic use to treat acne and some skin infections. It stops the growth of bacteria which helps to resolve your symptoms and reduce the number of pimples.

2. Is Metrogyl Gel effective?

Metrogyl Gel is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Metrogyl Gel too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

3. How to use Metrogyl Gel?

Before using Metrogyl Gel, clean and dry the affected area. Apply it to the affected areas only. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Metrogyl Gel gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.