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Substitutes for
Metrogyl DG Gel
Composition
Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.25% w/w + Metronidazole 1% w/w
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Same molecule
2Same active ingredient(s) but a different strength or form — check the strength matches your prescription.
About these molecules
Chlorhexidine Gluconate0.25% w/w
Full details →Chlorhexidine Gluconate is an antiseptic agent used to treat oral conditions such as gingivitis, mouth infections, and ulcers. It works by binding to bacterial cell membranes, disrupting their integrity, and effectively killing bacteria in the mouth. This compound is essential for maintaining oral hygiene and preventing infections. In summary, Chlorhexidine Gluconate is effective in managing oral health and preventing bacterial infections.
Metronidazole1% w/w
Full details →Metronidazole is an antimicrobial agent used to treat bacterial and parasitic infections, including those affecting the gastrointestinal tract and reproductive system. It works by inhibiting nucleic acid synthesis in microorganisms, leading to cell death. Metronidazole's clinical significance lies in its broad-spectrum activity against anaerobic bacteria and protozoa. In summary, Metronidazole is an essential treatment for various infections.
Why a generic substitute?
Same active ingredient
A substitute has the exact same salt(s) — so it works the same way as the brand.
Often much cheaper
Generics can cost a fraction of the branded price for the identical molecule.
Quality-regulated
All medicines we list are from licensed sellers and meet the same standards.
Substitutes share the same active ingredients, but always confirm the strength and form with your doctor or pharmacist before switching — especially for chronic, prescription or narrow-therapeutic-index medicines.