Metronidazole (antibiotic/antiprotozoal) Flashcards

1
Q

Flagyl

A

Metronidazole

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2
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metranidazole class

A

nitroimadazole

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3
Q

uses for metronidazole

A

anaerobic infections, drug of choice for clostridium difficile, bacterial vaginosis, trichomoniasis

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4
Q

side effects of metronidazole

A

headache, GI, metallic taste

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5
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Drug interactions

A

ALCOHOL, warfarin

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6
Q

Prolonged use can cause

A

superinfection

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7
Q

What is the topical gel?

A

metrogel

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8
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How should ER and IR be taken?

A

IR with food, ER without

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