MetroGel (metronidazole) is an antibiotic applied topically to facial skin to treat rosacea and other inflammatory skin conditions. It is generally not recommended as an acne treatment.

The medication is believed to reduce inflammation while fighting off bacteria. Patients buy MetroGel to:

• Reduce redness and inflammation
• Reduce bumps, pimples, and other blemishes associated with rosacea
• Prevent rosacea from worsening
• Soften and moisturize skin

MetroGel is also used to treat bacterial vaginal infections, but for this purpose patients buy MetroGel Vaginal, a slightly different product formulated for use on the mucous membranes of the vagina. It also comes with an applicator for easy administration in accurate doses.

Patients must have a prescription to buy MetroGel in either form.

What to Expect from MetroGel

Since the vast majority of patients buy MetroGel to treat rosacea, that is what this article will focus on. For other uses a doctor can advise treatment guidelines.

MetroGel is applied to the face once or twice per day; usually in the evening if just once, in the morning and evening if twice. The gel should be gently rubbed in over affected areas, taking care to avoid getting it in the eyes and other mucous membranes.

The face should first be washed and thoroughly dried, waiting at least 15 minutes for faint traces of water to dry up. Gentle cleansers are usually okay for washing as they won't aggravate rosacea too much. After application, allow at least 5 minutes for the medication to be absorbed before applying makeup or other skincare products.

To summarize:

• Wash the face, allowing 15 minutes for it to dry thoroughly.
• Apply a thin layer of the gel to affected areas and gently rub it in.
• Wait at least 5 minutes before applying makeup, moisturizers, or other skin care products.
• Wash hands to prevent accidental contamination of the eyes or other areas.

Some patients notice improvements after the first few applications, but most will need to wait 3 or 4 weeks before the condition is visibly improved. Maximum benefit should be seen after about 2 months.

If there is no improvement seen after 4 weeks of treatment, other treatments should be considered. It's possible that the condition is not rosacea, but it's also possible that it simply isn't responding to treatment, as rosacea is notoriously difficult to treat. At any rate, there's no point in continuing to buy MetroGel if it's not working well.

Duration of treatment is variable. At a minimum, use should continue until the condition is completely cleared up. Some patients use it daily for years, others for just a few months. If treatment has stopped, it can always be resumed again when or if symptoms return.

Inactive ingredients in MetroGel are also designed to improve skin; moisturizing and soothing angry, inflamed areas, while promoting absorption of metronidazole, its active ingredient. Ultimately patients find they have clear, healthy, youthful-looking skin.

Potential Complications

Side effects from MetroGel use are unusual, with less than 2 percent of patients experiencing one or more symptoms. From both trials and real-world use, possible side effects include:

• Headache
• Cold-like symptoms
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Metallic taste in mouth
• Nausea
• Tingling or numbness of extremities

The above are not cause for concern unless persistant or severe, with the exception of the last one; patients who experience numbness or tingling of the extremities should stop using MetroGel until speaking with a doctor.

MetroGel is unlikely to interact with other medications, with the exception of blood thinners and the possible exception of other topical medications applied to the same area. Speak with doctor if prescribed multiple topical treatments for rosacea.

MetroGel is not thought to be harmful to unborn or nursing babies; it is safe for use while pregnant or breastfeeding.

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