Metronidazole (Medsurge) TM
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Active ingredients: metronidazole
Pack: Metronidazole (Medsurge) 500 mg/100 mL injection, 100 mL bag
Brand name
(ARTG)
: METRONIDAZOLE MEDSURGE metronidazole 500 mg/100 mL solution for injection bagDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
[TRADE NAME] is indicated:,(a) for treatment of anaerobic infections in patients for whom oral administration is not possible.,(b) where immediate anti-anaerobic chemotherapy is required.,(c) where prophylactic cover is required at lower abdominal surgical sites presumed contaminated or potentially contaminated by anaerobic micro-organisms. Procedures of this type include appendectomy, colonic surgery, vaginal hysterectomy, abdominal surgery in the presence of anaerobes in the peritoneal cavity and surgery performed in the presence of anaerobic septicaemia.,Note: Metronidazole is inactive against aerobic or facultative anaerobic bacteria
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, intravenous infusion
- Intravenous Infusion
- Clear, almost colorless to pale yellow solution in a clear bag.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 100 mL bag pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient metronidazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
