General Information
Revision date
2016-10-21
Product name
Metronidazole Tablets USP
Product Synonyms
Metronidazole
Chemical name
1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 2-methyl-5-nitro-
CAS No.
443-48-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Antibiotic agent, antiprotozoal agent
1.2.2. Uses advised against
Prescription Only
Manufacturer Name
Unichem Laboratories Limited
Emergency telephone
1-866-562-4616
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Company Information
company name
Unichem Laboratories Limited
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview Physical State: 250 mg White colored, round shaped, film coated, biconvex tablets with ‘U’ debossed on one side and ‘226’ debossed on other side. 500 mg: White colored, capsule shaped, film coated, biconvex tablets with ‘U’ debossed on one side and ‘227’ debossed on other side. Odor: Not available. WARNING! May be harmful if swallowed. Accidental ingestion of large amounts may be harmful. Primary Route(s) of Entry Ingestion Potential Health Eyes May Cause eye irritation Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant) Skin Inhalation Not expected to be an inhalation hazard in final pharmaceutical form. Ingestion Ingestion of this material may cause effects similar to those seen in clinical use including dizziness, headache, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, stomach cramps, dry mouth, furry tongue, metallic taste, urinary tract discomfort and dark urine. Please see Patient Package Insert for further information Toxicity Data: See Section 11
