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MetroGel is an acne agent which is a kind of skin-related medication.

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

21 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Acne medications

Brands

Noritate • Metrolotion • Flagyl ER • Trikacide • Metrocream

Generic Drug

Metronidazole

Side Effects

Common

Spinning sensation
Vomiting
Itching or burning
Headache
Abdominal pain
Itchy rash
Pain
Heartburn
Confusion
Nausea
Vaginal itching
Balance problems
Dizziness
Fever
Diarrhea
Loss of strength
Red skin
Abnormal sense of taste
Burning sensation
Numbness or tingling
Metallic taste in mouth
Skin redness or irritation
Furry tongue
Difficulty talking
Paresthesia
Rash
Itchy skin
Excessive menstrual cramps
Decreased taste

Serious

Stained teeth
Hypersensitivity

Treats

Rosacea
Condition
Bacterial vaginosis
Condition

Related questions

A 38-year old asked:

Is it okay to use metrogel after expiration date?

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

A 20-year old asked:

can i have a couple of drinks while on metrogel ?

2 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in

A 48-year old female asked:

On metrogel 5 days now chunky wht discharge scratchy itchy but no odor?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 38-year old asked:

Metrogel for rosacea -- how long does it take to work?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 30-year old female asked:

Im now usein metrogel for 4days an now i have wet paper towel discharge that dont itch or burn or have a odor what could it be?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

Is it safe to use metrogel when pregnant?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 29-year old asked:

Which is best for rosacea- metrogel or metrolotion?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 49-year old asked:

What topical other than metrogel or finacea works for rosacea?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

Is white clumpy discharge normal, when taking metrogel for bv?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 24-year old female asked:

Is it better to use Metrogel once or twice a day to clear up BV?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old male asked:

I have rosacea on my nose, what are the treatments? Metrogel didn't work.

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 39-year old asked:

Which is best for rosacea: metrogel, cream, or lotion meds?

2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

A 43-year old female asked:

I have bv for several years I have took flagyl metrogel and bodic acid no help. Is there anything better?

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

A 33-year old asked:

Can metrogel cause yeast infections?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 27-year old female asked:

Is it safe to use metrogel for rosacea throughout pregnancy?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 32-year old male asked:

Can i use lotion on my face after i put metrogel on for my rosaeca?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 20-year old female asked:

I have unprotected sex while on MetroGel-Vaginal. What can happen to me? My boyfriend went to the doctor and they say he is ok.

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 19-year old female asked:

I am using metrogel for my acne, does it help with scarring and hormonal acne as well?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 25-year old male asked:

After using metrogel to treat my bv, I've had vaginal itching. Is that a side affect and if so how long after the last dose does it go away?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 39-year old asked:

How long does it take for metrogel for bv(bacterial vaginosis) to be completely out of your body? I just finished the 5-day treatment, when will the discharge go away?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 24-year old female asked:

Is it ok to take Canesten Yeast Infection oral tablets while using internal Metrogel to clear up BV as a precation?

2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

A 32-year old female asked:

Is it safe to take probiotics while pregnant? I'm 6 weeks flaygl and metrogel hasn't worked for my BV so can I purchase and take probiotics??

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 34-year old asked:

I'm wondering if I got treated for bv wit metrogel should I have taken diflucan (fluconazole) for yeast infection also?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 30-year old female asked:

I have bv and gsb I took metrogel but did not work now I'm on cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) t ovules can the bv cause me to miscarry ?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 25-year old asked:

i get really oily and red on and around my nose. im on yasmin (drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol) and have tried accutane twice. any suggestions to reduce sebum? does metrogel work?

1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

A 35-year old asked:

Benzoyl peroxide and metrogel to treat acne rosacea, how to use?

1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A 23-year old female asked:

What is metronidazole prescribed for?

2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

A member asked:

Please describe the medication: Metronidazole?

2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

A 46-year old asked:

Can I take Metronidazole & weed?

1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

A 44-year old asked:

Nauseous on and off for week since starting metronidazole.?

1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in

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