Label: METRONIDAZOLE TOPICAL GEL- metronidazole gel
- NDC Code(s): 66993-962-45
- Packager: Prasco Laboratories
- Category: HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG LABEL
- DEA Schedule: None
- Marketing Status: New Drug Application Authorized Generic
Drug Label Information
Updated March 1, 2024
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DESCRIPTION:
Metronidazole Topical Gel contains metronidazole, USP, at a concentration of 7.5 mg per gram (0.75%) in a gel consisting of carbomer 940, edetate disodium, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, and sodium hydroxide. Metronidazole is classified therapeutically as an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent. Chemically, metronidazole is named 2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol and has the following structure:
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CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY:
Bioavailability studies on the topical administration of 1 gram of Metronidazole Topical Gel (7.5 mg of metronidazole) to the face of 10 rosacea patients showed a maximum serum concentration of 66 nanograms per milliliter in one patient. This concentration is approximately 100 times less than concentrations afforded by a single 250 mg oral tablet. The serum metronidazole concentrations were below the detectable limits of the assay at the majority of time points in all patients. Three of the patients had no detectable serum concentrations of metronidazole at any time point. The mean dose of gel applied during clinical studies was 600 mg which represents 4.5 mg of metronidazole per application. Therefore, under normal usage levels, the formulation affords minimal serum concentrations of metronidazole. The mechanisms by which Metronidazole Topical Gel acts in the treatment of rosacea are unknown, but appear to include an anti-inflammatory effect.
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General:
Metronidazole Topical Gel has been reported to cause tearing of the eyes. Therefore, contact with the eyes should be avoided. If a reaction suggesting local irritation occurs, patients should be directed to use the medication less frequently or discontinue use. Metronidazole is a nitroimidazole and should be used with care in patients with evidence of, or history of blood dyscrasia.
Information for patients:
This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.
Drug interactions:
Oral metronidazole has been reported to potentiate the anticoagulant effect of coumarin and warfarin resulting in a prolongation of prothrombin time. The effect of topical metronidazole on prothrombin time is not known.
Carcinogenesis, mutagenesis, impairment of fertility:
Metronidazole has shown evidence of carcinogenic activity in a number of studies involving chronic, oral administration in mice and rats but not in studies involving hamsters.
Metronidazole has shown evidence of mutagenic activity in several in vitro bacterial assay systems. In addition, a dose-response increase in the frequency of micronuclei was observed in mice after intraperitoneal injections and an increase in chromosome aberrations have been reported in patients with Crohn’s disease who were treated with 200-1200 mg/day of metronidazole for 1 to 24 months. However, no excess chromosomal aberrations in circulating human lymphocytes have been observed in patients treated for 8 months.
Pregnancy:
Teratogenic effects: Pregnancy category B: There has been no experience to date with the use of Metronidazole Topical Gel in pregnant patients. Metronidazole crosses the placental barrier and enters the fetal circulation rapidly. No fetotoxicity was observed after oral metronidazole in rats or mice. However, because animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response and since oral metronidazole has been shown to be a carcinogen in some rodents, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.
Nursing mothers:
After oral administration, metronidazole is secreted in breast milk in concentrations similar to those found in the plasma. Even though Metronidazole Topical Gel blood levels are significantly lower than those achieved after oral metronidazole, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
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PACKAGE LABEL - 45g Carton
Prasco
NDC 66993-962-45NET WT. 45 g
Metronidazole Topical Gel 0.75%
TOPICAL GEL
Rx OnlyFOR TOPICAL USE ONLY. NOT FOR OPTHALMIC USE.
STORE AT CONTROLLED ROOM TEMPERATURE, 68° to 77°F (20° - 25°C).
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.Ususal dosage: Apply a thin film to the entire affected areas after washing. Use morning and evening or as directed by physician. Avoid application close to the eyes.
Each gram contains: 7.5 mg of metronidazole as the active ingredient with 0.8 mg of methylparaben and 0.2 mg of propylparaben as preservatives in a gel consisting of carbomer 940, edetate disodium, propylene glycol, purified water, and sodium hydroxide.Marketed By:
Prasco Laboratories
Mason, OH 45040 USA
Made in Canada.P52258-2
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INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
METRONIDAZOLE TOPICAL GEL
metronidazole gelProduct Information Product Type HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG Item Code (Source) NDC:66993-962 Route of Administration TOPICAL Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength METRONIDAZOLE (UNII: 140QMO216E) (Metronidazole - UNII:140QMO216E) METRONIDAZOLE 7.5 mg in 1 g Inactive Ingredients Ingredient Name Strength Carbomer Homopolymer Type C (Allyl Pentaerythritol Crosslinked) (UNII: 4Q93RCW27E) EDETATE DISODIUM (UNII: 7FLD91C86K) METHYLPARABEN (UNII: A2I8C7HI9T) PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3) PROPYLPARABEN (UNII: Z8IX2SC1OH) WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R) SODIUM HYDROXIDE (UNII: 55X04QC32I) Packaging # Item Code Package Description Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date 1 NDC:66993-962-45 1 in 1 CARTON 03/01/2014 03/31/2025 1 45 g in 1 TUBE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product Marketing Information Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date NDA authorized generic NDA019737 03/01/2014 03/31/2025 Labeler - Prasco Laboratories (065969375) Registrant - Galderma Laboratories, L.P. (047350186) Establishment Name Address ID/FEI Business Operations G Production Inc. 251676961 manufacture(66993-962)