Does metronidazole benzoate suspension contain sugar?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Yes. The selected suspension contains sucrose and sorbitol, which may matter for certain inherited sugar disorders and dental health.

Metronidazole 200 mg/5 ml Oral Suspensionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 1

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metronidazole benzoate · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

The answer

Yes. The selected suspension contains sucrose and sorbitol, which may matter for certain inherited sugar disorders and dental health.

Metronidazole 200 mg/5 ml Oral Suspensionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 1

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