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MetroCream is an acne agent which is a kind of skin-related medication.

Dr. Jeffrey Pollard reviewed this

23 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Drug Class

Acne medications

Brands

Trikacide • Flagyl ER • Medamet • Metazol • Metrazole • Metris • Metrostat • Narobic • Rozex • Trichazole • Dynametron • Metrogel • Metrolotion • Flagyl • Bemetrazole • Anaerobyl • Amzole • Ambral • Acuzole • Noritate

Generic Drug

Metronidazole

Side Effects

Common

Spinning sensation
Pain
Itchy rash
Heartburn
Itching or burning
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Confusion
Vomiting
Vaginal itching
Balance problems
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Fever
Headache
Burning sensation
Paresthesia
Metallic taste in mouth
Numbness or tingling
Furry tongue
Difficulty talking
Red skin
Loss of strength
Skin redness or irritation
Abnormal sense of taste
Rash
Decreased taste
Itchy skin
Excessive menstrual cramps

Serious

Stained teeth
Hypersensitivity

Treats

Rosacea
Condition

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