Metronidazole (Noridem) TM
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Active ingredients: metronidazole
Pack: Metronidazole (Noridem) 500 mg/100 mL injection, 20 x 100 mL bottles
Brand name
(ARTG)
: METRONIDAZOLE NORIDEM, metronidazole 500mg/100mL solution for injection bottleDownload 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)
Treatment of severe anaerobic infection when oral medication is not possible or is contraindicated, when immediate antianaerobic therapy is required. Metronidazole may be used prophylactically to prevent infection of the surgical site which may have been contaminated or potentially contaminated with anaerobic organisms. Procedures in which this may be assumed to have happened include appendicectomy, colonic surgery, vaginal hysterectomy, abdominal surgery in the presence of anaerobes in the peritoneal cavity and surgery performed in the presence of anaerobic septicaemia.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous Infusion
- Clear solution, free of visible particles.
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
- 20 bottles 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
