Metronidazole

Question 0

Metronidazole normal dose

Answer 0

500 mg PO BID or TID

Question 1

Metronidazole tradename and class

Answer 1

Flagyl

Anti-infective, antiprotozoal

Question 2

Metronidazole indications

Answer 2

Use against anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites

Question 3

Metronidazole physiologic action

Answer 3

Selectively blocks some of the functions within bacterial cell walls and the parasites resulting in death

Question 4

Metronidazole side effects

Answer 4

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, appetite loss, furrowed tongue, metallic taste,

Question 5

Metronidazole nursing implications

Answer 5

Assess for infection, culture and sensitivity
Monitor I and O especially if on sodium restriction
May alter serum AST, ALT, and LDH???

Question 6

Metronidazole teaching

Answer 6

Avoid alcohol
Notify provider of rash
May cause a metallic taste
Use good oral hygiene, sugarless gum or candy
Notify provider of signs and symptoms of superinfection: black furry tongue, vaginal itching or discharge, loose or foul smelling stool.

Question 7

Metronidazole contraindications

Answer 7

Hypersensitivity