Metronidazole

manufacturers: 10
concepts read: 29
concepts they disagree about: 27

These products carry different ATC codes (D06BX01, J01XD01, P01AB01), so they may not be alternatives to one another.

Indications (10)

as stated by Ferndale Pharmaceuticals Ltd

The treatment of acute inflammatory exacerbations of rosacea.

as stated by Galderma (U.K.) Limited

For the treatment of acute inflammatory exacerbation of rosacea.
For the deodorisation of the smell associated with malodorous fungating tumours.

as stated by Morningside Healthcare Ltd

Metronidazole Oral Suspension is indicated in the prophylaxis and treatment of infections in which anaerobic bacteria have been identified or are suspected as the pathogen.
Metronidazole Oral Suspension is active against a wide range of pathogenic micro-organisms, notably Trichomonas vaginalis, Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Balantidium coli and other species of bacteroides, fusobacteria, eubacteria, clostridia, gardnerella vaginalis and anaerobic cocci.
It is indicated in
Adults, children and new-borns with a gestation age of over 40 weeks for:
The treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, brain abscess, necrotising pneumonia, osteomyelitis, puerperal sepsis, pelvic abscess, pelvic cellulitis, peritonitis and post-operative wound infections from which one or more pathogenic anaerobes have been isolated.

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as stated by Flamingo Pharma (UK) Ltd

Metronidazole tablets are indicated in the prophylaxis and treatment of infections in which anaerobic bacteria have been identified or are suspected to be the cause.
Metronidazole tablets are active against a wide range of pathogenic micro-organisms notably species of Bacteroides, Fusobacteria, Clostridia, Eubacteria, anaerobic cocci and Gardnerella vaginalis.
It is also active against Trichomonas, Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia and Balantidium coli.
Metronidazole tablets are indicated in adults and children for the following indications:
1. The prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria, particularly species of Bacteroides and anaerobic streptococci.

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as stated by Baxter Healthcare Ltd

Metronidazole 500mg/100ml Intravenous Infusion is indicated in adults and children when oral medication is not possible for the following indications:
The prophylaxis of postoperative infections due to sensitive anaerobic bacteria particularly species of Bacteroides and anaerobic Streptococci, during abdominal, gynaecological gastrointestinal or colorectal surgery which carries a high risk of occurrence of this type of infection. The solution may also be used in combination with an antibiotic active against aerobic bacteria.
The treatment of severe intraabdominal and gynaecological infections in which sensitive anaerobic bacteria particularly Bacteriodes and anaerobic Streptococci have been identified or are suspected to be the cause.
Consideration should be given to official guidance on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.

as stated by Zentiva

Metronidazole is indicated in the prophylaxis and treatment of infections in which anaerobic bacteria have been identified or are suspected to be the cause.
Metronidazole is active against a wide range of pathogenic microorganisms, notably species of Bacteroids, Fusobacteria, Clostridia, Eubacteria, anaerobic cocci and Gardnerella vaginalis.
It is also active against Trichomonas vaginalis, Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Balantidium coli and Helicobacter pylori.
Metronidazole is indicated in adults and children for the following indications:
Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria, particularly species of bacteroids and anaerobic streptococci.

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as stated by Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.

Metronidazole is active against a wide range of pathogenic micro-organisms, notably species of Bacteroids, Fusobacteria, Clostridia, Eubacteria, anaerobic cocci and Gardnerella vaginalis.
It is also active against Trichomonas vaginalis, Entamoeba histolytica, Gardia lamblia, Balantidium coli and Helicobacter pylori.
Metronidazole is indicated in adults and children for the following indications:
1) Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria, particularly species of bacteroids and anaerobic streptococci.
2) The treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, necrotising pneumonia, osteomyelitis, puerperal sepsis, pelvic abscess, pelvic cellulitis and post-operative wound infections from which pathogenic anaerobes have been isolated.

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as stated by B.Braun Medical

Metronidazole 500 mg/100 ml Solution for Infusion is indicated in adults and children for the prophylaxis and treatment of infections in which susceptible anaerobic micro-organisms have been identified or are suspected to be the cause (see sections 4.4 and 5.1).
1. The prevention of post-operative infections where anaerobic bacteria are expected to be causative pathogens
2. The treatment of peritonitis, brain abscess, necrotising pneumonia, osteomyelitis, puerperal sepsis, pelvic abscess, and post-operative wound infections from which pathogenic anaerobes have been isolated.
Treatment of patients with bacteraemia that occurs in association with, or is suspected to be associated with, any of the infections listed above.
Consideration should be given to official guidance on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.

as stated by ADVANZ Pharma

Metronidazole 500 mg/100 ml Solution for infusion is indicated in adults and children when oral medication is not possible for the following indications:
Prevention of post-operative infections due to anaerobic bacteria, particularly species of bacteroids and anaerobic streptococci.
The treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, peritonitis, brain abscess, necrotising pneumonia, osteomyelitis, puerperal sepsis, pelvic abscess, pelvic cellulitis and post-operative wound infections from which pathogenic anaerobes have been isolated.
(see also section 4.4 and 5.1)
Consideration should be given to official guidance on the appropriate use of antibacterial agents.

as stated by Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited

Metronidazole Oral Suspension is indicated in the prophylaxis and treatment of infections in which anaerobic bacteria have been identified or are suspected as the pathogen.
Metronidazole Oral Suspension is active against a wide range of pathogenic micro-organisms, notably Trichomonas vaginalis, Entamoeba histolytica, Giardia lamblia, Balantidium coli and other species of bacteroides, fusobacteria, eubacteria, clostridia, gardnerella vaginalis and anaerobic cocci.
It is indicated in
Adults, Children and Newborns with a gestation age of over 40 weeks for:
The treatment of septicaemia, bacteraemia, brain abscess, necrotising pneumonia, osteomyelitis, puerperal sepsis, pelvic abscess, pelvic cellulitis, peritonitis and post-operative wound infections from which one or more pathogenic anaerobes have been isolated.

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Concepts	Manufacturers
Concept	Ferndale Pharmaceuticals Ltd	Galderma (U.K.) Limited	Morningside Healthcare Ltd	Flamingo Pharma (UK) Ltd	Baxter Healthcare Ltd	Zentiva	Aurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.	B.Braun Medical	ADVANZ Pharma	Rosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited
	Acea 0.75% w/w GelJuly 2018	Metrogel 0.75% w/w Gel25/11/2025	Metronidazole 200 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension20/06/2023	400mg Tablets04/05/2023	Metronidazole 500 mg / 100 ml Intravenous Infusion02/04/2026	500mg Tablets21/07/2026	500mg Tablets29/04/2025	500mg/100ml Solution04/06/2026	500mg/100ml Solution02/09/2024	Metronidazole Rosemont 200mg/5ml Oral Suspension22/12/2022
Pregnancy	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	The label says it must not be used.	The label says it must not be used.	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	The label says it must not be used.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Alcohol	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Benzyl alcohol	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it must not be used.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it must not be used.
Liver conditions	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it must not be used.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Taken with other medicines	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Intolerance to an ingredient	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Dialysis and blood filtering	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Stomach and gut	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Blood disorders	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Heart rhythm block	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Low blood pressure	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Infection	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Lactose	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Cancer	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Sodium and potassium content	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Children	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Sugar alcohols	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Porphyria	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Propylene glycol	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Kidney conditions	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says it can be used, with care.
Shock	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Wheat starch	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says it can be used, with care.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Bleeding risk	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Blockage	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Heart rhythm (QT interval)	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Blood vessel conditions	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label says another medicine affects it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.
Fertility	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	The label gives advice for pregnancy or breastfeeding.	Not found in the sections collected. Not evidence the label omits it.

Agreements (2)

Storage and shelf life

Shelf life8 differences

2 years.From 2 manufacturersGalderma (U.K.) LimitedBaxter Healthcare Ltd
3 yearsFrom 2 manufacturersAurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.ADVANZ Pharma
36 months from the date of manufacture of the unopened container.8 weeks from the date of opening.From 1 manufacturerFerndale Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Unopened: 2 years.After opening discard any unused suspension after 14 days.From 1 manufacturerMorningside Healthcare Ltd
36 MonthsFrom 1 manufacturerFlamingo Pharma (UK) Ltd
36 monthsFrom 1 manufacturerZentiva
Unopened3 years.After first opening the containerUnused contents must be discarded and not be stored for later use.From 1 manufacturerB.Braun Medical
24 monthsFrom 1 manufacturerRosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited

Special precautions for storage10 differences

Do not store above 25°C.From 1 manufacturerFerndale Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Store between 15°C and 25°C in a dry place.From 1 manufacturerGalderma (U.K.) Limited
This medicinal product does not require any special temperature storage conditions.Store in the original package in order to protect from light.From 1 manufacturerMorningside Healthcare Ltd
This medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions.From 1 manufacturerFlamingo Pharma (UK) Ltd
Keep container in the outer carton in order to protect from light.From 1 manufacturerBaxter Healthcare Ltd
Keep blister in the outer carton, protected from lightFrom 1 manufacturerZentiva
The medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions.From 1 manufacturerAurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd.
Do not store above 25 °C.Keep the container in the outer carton in order to protect from light.From 1 manufacturerB.Braun Medical
Keep the bottle in the outer carton in order to protect from lightFrom 1 manufacturerADVANZ Pharma
Store below 25°C and protect from light.From 1 manufacturerRosemont Pharmaceuticals Limited

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