


MEtrogyl Plus Gel
Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 23 Aug 2026 | 01:01 AM (IST)
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General Information



Product introduction
MEtrogyl Plus Gel is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. To get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects.
The most common side effect that occurs on applying this medicine is application site irritation. It may also cause minor burning, stinging, or redness. Consult your doctor if these persist for a longer duration or if your condition does not improve.
Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas. Before using it, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of MEtrogyl Gel
- Bacterial & parasitic infections
Benefits of MEtrogyl Gel
MEtrogyl Plus Gel is an antibiotic medicine that helps treat many bacterial and parasitic infections of the skin. It can also be used to treat infected cuts and wounds. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infection-causing organisms. This way it provides relief from the symptoms and speeds up the healing process. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue using it as long as it is prescribed even if you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of MEtrogyl Gel
- Application site irritation
How to use MEtrogyl Gel
How MEtrogyl Gel works
Quick tips
- It should be applied to the affected areas, two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your problem hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
- Treatment should be continued until at least two days after the condition has resolved.
- Don't apply it to broken skin and take care to avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth.
- It may cause temporary burning, itching or a redness at application site. This is usually mild. Consult your doctor if you experience a more severe reaction.
Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of MEtrogyl Plus Gel via licking.

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Chemical Class
Habit Forming
Therapeutic Class
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References
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