Dosage form: tablet, film coated, extended release
Drug classes:Amebicides, Miscellaneous antibiotics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 23, 2021.
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Warning
Metronidazole has been shown to be carcinogenic in mice and rats. (See PRECAUTIONS.)
Unnecessary use of the drug should be avoided. Its use should be reserved for conditions described in the INDICATIONS AND USAGEsection below.
Metronidazole Extended Release Description
Metronidazole is an oral synthetic antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent, 2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole-1-ethanol, which has the following structural formula:
Metronidazole extende..
