Nuvessa
Generic name:metronidazole vaginal [ MET-roe-NYE-da-zole ]
Brand names: Nuvessa, Vandazole
Drug class:Vaginal anti-infectives
What is Nuvessa?
Nuvessa (for use in the vagina) is an antibiotic that is used to treat vaginal infections caused by bacteria.
Do not use metronidazole to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor.
Nuvessa may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use metronidazole if you have taken disulfiram (Antabuse) within the past 2 weeks.
Do not drink alcohol or consume foods or medicines that contain propylene glycol while you are using metronidazole and for at least 3 days after you stop using it.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Nuvessa if you are allergic to metronidazole, secnidazole, or tinidazole, or if:
you are allergic to parabens or polyethylene glycol;
you recently drank alcohol; or
you took disulfiram (Antabuse) within the past 14 days.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
nerve problems;
a seizure; or
peripheral vascular disease such as Raynaud's syndrome.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
You should not breastfeed within 48 hours after using metronidazole. If you use a breast pump during this time, throw out any milk you collect. Do not feed it to your baby.
Nuvessa is not approved for use in children younger than 12 years old, or in girls who have not begun having menstrual periods.
How should I use Nuvessa?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Use this medicine at bedtime.
Nuvessa is often given as a single dose. However, you might need to use the medicine for 5 nights in a row. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Do not take Nuvessa by mouth. It is for use only in the vagina.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Gently wash your vaginal area before applying the medicine. Wash your hands before and after handling the medicine tube or vaginal applicator.
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