Consumer medicine information

Metronidazole Medsurge

Metronidazole

BRAND INFORMATION

Brand name

Metronidazole Medsurge

Active ingredient

Metronidazole

Schedule

S4

 

Consumer medicine information (CMI) leaflet

Please read this leaflet carefully before you start using Metronidazole Medsurge.

1. Why am I receiving Metronidazole Medsurge?

Metronidazole Medsurge contains the active ingredient metronidazole. Metronidazole is an antibiotic. Metronidazole works by killing or stopping the growth of bacteria and other organisms causing these infections.

Metronidazole is used to treat

  • serious infections caused by bacteria and other organisms when metronidazole cannot be given orally
  • prevent certain infections that may occur during surgery.

Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you.

Your doctor may have prescribed metronidazole for another reason.

This medicine is not addictive. This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription.

2. What should I know before I receive Metronidazole Medsurge?

Warnings

Do not receive Metronidazole Medsurge if:

  • you are allergic to metronidazole, or any other medicines used to treat infections, or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet.
  • Always check the ingredients to make sure you can use this medicine.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction may include shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing;

Published by MIMS November 2025