Metronidazole (topical): study card

Generic name

Metronidazole

Class

Nitroimidazole (topical)

Mechanism

Nitroimidazole compound; its mechanism in treating rosacea is unknown.

Used for

Topical treatment of inflammatory rosacea lesions in adults

Common side effects

Nasopharyngitis; Upper respiratory tract infection; Headache

Warnings

Peripheral neuropathy; Blood dyscrasias; Eye irritation / tearing

Interactions

Warfarin/coumarin anticoagulants: oral metronidazole can increase anticoagulation; interaction is less likely with topical gel because of low absorption, but caution is advised

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Label date: 20260715 · For learning, not clinical decisions. US label and brand information; always consult the current source.

Source snapshot checked: 2026-10-21. The source document and selected fields were compared. The complete card has not had an independent clinical review.