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Vandazole
INDICATIONS
VANDAZOLE (metronidazole vaginal gel) is indicated in the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (formerly referred to as Haemophilus vaginitis, Gardnerella vaginitis, nonspecific vaginitis, Corynebacterium vaginitis, or anaerobic vaginosis) in non-pregnant women.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
The recommended dose is one applicator full of VANDAZOLE (metronidazole vaginal gel) , (approximately 5 grams of gel containing approximately 37.5 mg of metronidazole) administered intravaginally once a day for 5 days. For once a day dosing, VANDAZOLE should be administered at bedtime [see PATIENT INFORMATION].
Not for ophthalmic, dermal, or oral use.
HOW SUPPLIED
Dosage Forms And Strengths
VANDAZOLE (metronidazole vaginal gel) is a vaginal gel 0.75% in a 70 g tube with 5 vaginal applicators (each applicator delivers approximately 5 g of gel containing 37.5 mg of metronidazole).
Storage And Handling
VANDAZOL E (metronidazo le vaginal gel, 0.75%) is supplied in a 70 gram tube and packaged with 5 vaginal applicators.
Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Avoid exposure to extreme heat or cold. Protect from freezing.
Manufactured For: UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES, INC. Minneapolis, MN 55447. Rev. 1/2011
Last reviewed on RxList: 4/4/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
Additional Vandazole Information
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