mix-ups among topical metronidazole forms
March 2012
The new MetroGel 1% pump increases the chance for mix-ups among topical metronidazole forms.
Confusion often results from similar drug names and different dosage forms. Help ensure patients get the correct metronidazole Rx.
Dosage forms. Double-check you have the right dosage form. Noritate is a cream...MetroGel is a gel...MetroLotion is a lotion...and generic topical metronidazole comes in a cream, gel, AND lotion.
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