METRO I.V. vs METROGEL-VAGINAL
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
$0.10 /g
$0.10 /g
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
METRONIDAZOLE
METRONIDAZOLE
Dosage forms
Injectable
Topical
Drug class
Nitroimidazole Antimicrobial
Nitroimidazole Antimicrobial
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 8 hours
about 8 hours
Treats
Abscess, Amebiasis, Bacteroides Infections
Abscess, Amebiasis, Bacteroides Infections
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Metro I.V. or Metrogel-Vaginal?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.10 per gm, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Metro I.V. and Metrogel-Vaginal?
Both Metro I.V. and Metrogel-Vaginal share the active ingredient Metronidazole.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.