Clinical application of topical metronidazole in treatment of dermatosis
Metronidazole, a nitroimidazole derivative, has anti-parasitic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and other multiple effects, with very broad clinical applications. Topical metronidazole preparation is a commonly used dermatologic drug for the treatment of rosacea, acne, seborrheic dermatitis, and other dermatologic diseases, which is not only efficacious but also safe. This article is a systematic review of the applications of topical metronidazole in dermatology.