Treating redness and inflammation associated with the skin disorder rosacea. It also may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Metronidazole emulsion is an oral antiprotozoal and antibacterial. It is thought to work by entering the bacterial cell, acting on some components of the cell and destroying the bacteria.
Important safety information:
Metronidazole emulsion in for external use only. Avoid getting Metronidazole emulsion in your eyes or on the inside of your nose or mouth.
Do not drink alcohol while you are using Metronidazole emulsion and for at least 3 days after the last dose.
Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.
Be sure to use Metronidazole emulsion for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.
Long-term or repeated use of Metronidazole emulsion may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.
Metronidazole emulsion should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Metronidazole emulsion while you are pregnant. Metronidazole emulsion is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Metronidazole emulsion, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Metronidazole emulsion side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; bloody stools; diarrhea; nausea; stomach pain/cramps; tingling or numbness in hands and feet.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Metronidazole emulsion be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Metronidazole emulsion?
Some medical conditions may interact with Metronidazole emulsion. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a central nervous system disease
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Metronidazole emulsion. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital) because they may decrease Metronidazole emulsion emulsion's effectiveness
Aminoquinolines (eg, chloroquine), anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), busulfan, carbamazepine, cyclosporine, disulfiram, ergot alkaloids (eg, ergotamine), ethanol, fluorouracil, HIV protease inhibitors containing alcohol (eg, ritonavir), imatinib, lithium, macrolide immunosuppressants (eg, tacrolimus), or mitomycin because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Metronidazole emulsion
Amphotericin B or oral contraceptives (eg, birth control pills) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Metronidazole emulsion
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Metronidazole emulsion may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Metronidazole emulsion?
Use Metronidazole emulsion as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Wash and completely dry the affected area.
Apply a thin layer of Metronidazole emulsion to the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed.
Makeup may be applied after using Metronidazole emulsion.
Metronidazole emulsion works best if it is taken at the same time each day.
To clear up your infection completely, use Metronidazole emulsion for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.
Continue to use Metronidazole emulsion even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Metronidazole emulsion, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Metronidazole emulsion.
Can Metronidazole emulsion be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Metronidazole emulsion be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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