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Metronidazole

Flagyl, Metrogel, Noritate, Metrolotion

Use With Caution While Breastfeeding

Metronidazole is present in breastmilk in amounts less than those used to treat infants, but concerns exist about potential genotoxicity and mutagenicity.

Prescription · Source: NIH LactMed®, Sep 2024

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