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metronidazole · Medicine question

Can Metrogel (metronidazole) be used during pregnancy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Metrogel (metronidazole) should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed, as there has been no experience with its use in pregnant patients.

Sources for this answer

MetrogelGalderma (U.K.) Limited · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 15Document updated 21 October 2026

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