Metronidazole
Metrocream is a topical prescription medication containing metronidazole, used to treat rosacea—a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes facial redness, bumps, and pustules. It is applied directly to the affected areas of the face to reduce inflammation and improve skin appearance.
Metrocream is a topical medication used to treat the inflammatory symptoms of rosacea.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 218343
- Generic
- Metrocream
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Metrocream is primarily prescribed for papulopustular rosacea, a subtype of rosacea characterized by facial redness, visible blood vessels, and acne-like bumps and pustules on the face.
Metronidazole has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. When applied topically, it helps reduce the redness, swelling, and lesions associated with rosacea, although the exact mechanism in treating rosacea is not fully understood.
Common side effects may include local skin irritation, dryness, burning, or stinging at the application site. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and nostrils. Patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of blood disorders should discuss their medical history with their healthcare provider before use. Alcohol should be avoided during treatment as it may cause a disulfiram-like reaction.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy