What is metronidazole made of (its active ingredient)?
Metronidazole is a medication whose active ingredient is metronidazole (an antimicrobial drug). It’s used to treat infections caused by certain bacteria and parasites.
What else is in metronidazole besides the active ingredient?
“Metronidazole” can come in different forms (tablets, capsules, vaginal gel, topical/cream in some products, and injectable solutions). Each product can contain different inactive ingredients (excipients) such as binders, fillers, preservatives, or creams/gel bases, depending on the manufacturer and formulation.
What should you check on the label?
Look at the product’s “Active ingredient” and “Inactive ingredients” sections on the specific package you have. The inactive ingredients vary by form (for example, oral tablets vs. vaginal gel), and they matter if you have allergies to certain excipients.
If you tell me your form and brand, I can narrow it down
If you share the exact product (brand name) and dosage form (for example, “500 mg tablet” or “0.75% vaginal gel”), I can help you identify what’s in that specific metronidazole product, including inactive ingredients listed on the label.