Metronidazole (Claris)™

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Metronidazole Claris Intravenous Infusion is indicated for treatment of anaerobic infections in patients for whom oral administration is not possible. Where immediate anti-anaerobic chemotherapy is required. Where prophylactic cover is required at lower abdominal surgical sites presumed contaminated or potentially contaminated by anaerobic micro-organisms. Procedures of this type include appendectomy, colonic surgery, vaginal hysterectomy, abdominal surgery in the presence of anaerobes in the peritoneal cavity and surgery performed in the presence of anaerobic septicaemia. NOTE: Metronidazole is inactive against aerobic or facultative anaerobic bacteria.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 3 Years
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius
• Protect from Light; Do not Freeze

Source: ARTG

Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Injection, solution
• Intravenous Infusion
• Almost colourless to pale yellow solution in clear type II glass vial with grey rubber closure and white plastic flip off cap

Source: ARTG

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4: Prescription Only Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 1 x 100 mL vial
• 10 x 100mL vial
• 5 X 100mL vial

Source: ARTG

This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: metronidazole

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Source: AHT

If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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Source: ARTG

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