Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
Metronidazole vaginal is used to treat women with vaginal infections (eg, bacterial vaginosis).
Metronidazole belongs to the class of medicines known as antibiotics. It works by killing the bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for vaginal fungus or yeast infections.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: Sept. 01, 2023
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