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Product Information of Zidoval Vaginal Gel

What you need to know before you use Zidoval gel

Do not use Zidoval gel if: • You are allergic to any similar nitroimidazole antibacterials • You are allergic to metronidazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6.) • You are allergic to parabens (a preservative agent) If any of the above applies to you talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Warnings and precautions Children and adolescents Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Zidoval gel: • If you have ever had any blood problems or a disease affecting the blood • If you have, or think you may have vaginal thrush (candidiasis). The symptoms of vaginal thrush may become more noticeable when you use Zidoval gel and you may need another treatment from your doctor for this • If you are having your period • If you are having blood tests because metronidazole can interfere with the results of some tests. • Avoid prolonged and unnecessary use of this medicine. As with all vaginal infections, you should avoid sexual intercourse during the infection and whilst you are using Zidoval gel. Zidoval gel is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age because the medicine’s safety in these groups has not been established. Package leaflet: Information for the user Zidoval 7.5 mg/g Vaginal Gel Metronidazole Other medicines and Zidoval gel Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. Zidoval gel may increase the effect that the following medicines have: • Coumarin anticoagulants, such as warfarin, which are used to prevent blood clotting • Lithium, a medicine to treat mental illness • Cyclosporin, a medicine used to treat autoimmune diseases and rheumatoid arthritis • 5-fluorouracil, a medicine used for skin problems and the • Any other medicine, including medicines obtained without a treatment of cancer prescription. Zidoval gel with alcohol Drinking alcohol whilst using Zidoval gel may make you feel or be sick, become confused, have a headache or have an abnormally fast heart beat. If this happens, stop drinking alcohol and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Pregnancy and breast–feeding If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Zidoval gel contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate which may cause allergic reactions. Zidoval gel also contains 30 mg propylene glycol (E1520) in each gram. Propylene glycol may cause skin irritation