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	Metronidazole For Veterinary Use
		Metronidazole is an antibiotic which is commonly used to treat protozoal infections and anaerobic bacterial infections.
		Metronidazole may be used with corticosteroids in the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease, or gum disease (gingivitis/stomatitis) in cats.
		Metronidazole is primarily used with other antibiotics to treat mixed bacterial infections in which anaerobic bacteria are present, for example, pleuropneumonia, peritonitis, and abdominal abscesses.
	www.wedgewoodpharmacy.com /monographs/metronidazole.asp (1013 words)

	Metronidazole- Health Encyclopedia and Reference
		Metronidazole is an antiprotozoal drug with antibacterial effects.
		Metronidazole belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives.
		Metronidazole should not be used in the first trimester of pregnancy.
	www.healthcentral.com /encyclopedia/408/214.html (0 words)

	Metronidazole
		Metronidazole is an antibiotic especially effective against anaerobic infections (infections that grow without the presence of oxygen.) In addition, it has anti-inflammatory properties in the large intestine and is a very effective anti-diarrhea medication.
		Metronidazole is also used in radiotherapy for cancer as this DNA effect can sensitize anaerobic tumor tissues to radiation making a smaller dose of radiation more effective.
		Metronidazole is able to modify cell mediated immunity so as to normalize excessive immune reactions, especially in the large intestine.
	www.marvistavet.com /html/body_metronidazole.html (0 words)

	metronidazole (Flagyl) - drug class, medical uses, medication side effects, and drug interactions by MedicineNet.com
		Metronidazole is also used alone or in combination with other antibiotics in treating abscesses in the liver, pelvis, abdomen and brain caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteria.
		Metronidazole topical gel is used for treating acne rosacea, and the vaginal gel is used for treating bacterial vaginosis.
		Giardia Lamblia - Giardiasis, or giardia lamblia is an intestinal infection caused by the parasite giardia lamblia.
	www.medicinenet.com /metronidazole/article.htm (0 words)

	Metronidazole for inflammatory bowel disease
		Metronidazole, an antibiotic, destroys certain bacteria, which may help control infection and inflammation in the intestines.
		Metronidazole is not used very often to treat Crohn's disease for the long term or to keep the disease in remission (a period without symptoms).
		Metronidazole may be used in combination with other antibiotics or other medicines.
	www.webmd.com /ibd-crohns-disease/Metronidazole-for-inflammatory-bowel-disease (0 words)

	Metronidazole - Getpharma - The Real Pharmacy!
		Metronidazole is active against a wide variety of bacteria that do not require oxygen to grow.
		Metronidazole enhances the anti-blood-clotting effect of anticoagulant medicines such as warfarin and nicoumalone, and this may increase the risk of bleeding.
		If metronidazole is taken by people taking disulfiram there may be a risk of confusion and psychotic symptoms such as paranoia and hallucinations.
	www.getpharma.com /product.asp?productid=103&reffid=214 (1505 words)

	Bacteria Wars: Group 9 Strikes Back: Metronidazole (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Metronidazole is classified as an orphan-drug for treatment of perioral dermatitis and acne rosacea.
		Metronidazole is a pregnancy category B, but is contraindicated during the first trimester of pregnancy.
		Metronidazole is excreted into breast milk, however use while breast-feeding poses little risk to the infant.
	sitemaker.umich.edu /mc9/metronidazole (489 words)

	RxMed: Pharmaceutical Information - METRONIDAZOLE
		Metronidazole is used in multiple-drug regimens for the treatment of H. pylori-associated peptic ulcer disease.
		Metronidazole should not be administered to patients with active neurological disorders or a history of blood dyscrasia.
		When metronidazole is used in the treatment of acute intestinal amebiasis and amebic liver abscess caused by E. histolytica, sequential treatment with an intraluminal amebicide (such as iodoquinol or paromomycin) is recommended.
	www.rxmed.com /b.main/b2.pharmaceutical/b2.1.monographs/CPS-%20Monographs/CPS-%20(General%20Monographs-%20M)/METRONIDAZOLE.html (1663 words)

	Metronidazole (Flagyl®)
		Metronidazole is a synthetic antibiotic and antiprotozoal used to treat and prevent bacterial infections and treat certain parasitic infections.
		Metronidazole is prescribed to treat or control infections caused by susceptible bacteria and parasites.
		Metronidazole should not be used in animals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug.
	www.petplace.com /drug-library/metronidazole-flagyl/page1.aspx (573 words)

	Dr. Koop - Metronidazole- Health Encyclopedia and Reference
		Metronidazole is an antiprotozoal drug with antibacterial effects.
		Metronidazole belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives.
		Metronidazole should not be used in the first trimester of pregnancy.
	www.drkoop.com /encyclopedia/93/214.html (394 words)

	RxMed: Pharmaceutical Information - METROCREAM
		Metronidazole is excreted primarily in the urine as parent drug, oxidative metabolites, and conjugates.
		Lactation: Even though metronidazole blood levels are significantly lower after topical than after oral administration a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue the drug, taking into account the importance of the drug to the mother.
		Metronidazole is a nitroimidazole and should be used with care in patients with evidence of, or a history of, blood dyscrasia.
	www.rxmed.com /b.main/b2.pharmaceutical/b2.1.monographs/CPS-%20Monographs/CPS-%20(General%20Monographs-%20M)/METROCREAM.html (1123 words)

	Metronidazole Information from Drugs.com
		Metronidazole is used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach, skin, joints, and respiratory tract.
		Symptoms of a metronidazole overdose may include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination, numbness and tingling, or seizures (convulsions).
		Metronidazole is available with a prescription under the brand names Flagyl and Protostat.
	www.drugs.com /metronidazole.html (1445 words)

	Metronidazole (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Supplement7, 1987) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Metronidazole was active in body fluid assays using sweat, faeces and urine from humans exposed in vivo and urine from rodents exposed in vivo [ref: 13].
		Metronidazole did not induce micronuclei in bone-marrow cells of mice or rats, sister chromatid exchanges in bone-marrow cells of Chinese hamsters or unscheduled DNA synthesis in germ cells of male rabbits treated in vivo.
		Metronidazole did not induce sister chromatid exchanges in cultured hamster cells; conflicting results were reported for the induction of mutation and DNA damage in rodent cells in vitro.
	www.inchem.org /documents/iarc/suppl7/metronidazole.html (619 words)

	Howstuffworks "Metronidazole: A Profile of an Antibiotic Drug"
		Metronidazole is used to treat a wide variety of infections, including infections of the vagina, urinary tract, lower respiratory tract, bones, joints, intestinal tract, and skin.
		Concurrent use of alcohol and metronidazole can lead to a severe reaction (abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, headache, and flushing), the severity of which is dependent upon the amount of alcohol ingested.
		Although metronidazole appears to be safe, it does cross the placenta, and extensive studies in pregnant women have not been conducted.
	health.howstuffworks.com /define-metronidazole.htm (1056 words)

	Patient Education - Drugs - metronidazole
		Metronidazole is metabolized by the liver so patients with severe liver disease such as cirrhosis should be cautious and discuss it with the physician.
		Metronidazole is ranked B. Always consult your physician before taking any drug during or when planning pregnancy.
		Metronidazole is often used for prolonged periods of time, especially in treating Crohn's disease.
	www.endowsec.com /pated/metronidazole.htm (731 words)

	Metronidazole & CSF
		Metronidazole pharmacokinetics and serum concentrations in the sick mares were similar to those obtained in the healthy mares.
		Metronidazole is carcinogenic in animals and mutagenic in vitro, but has not increased the incidence of cancer in humans followed for relatively short periods.
		Metronidazole appears to be a safe and effective agent in the treatment of B fragilis infections.
	www.lymenet.de /literatur/flgylcsf.htm (2113 words)

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		Metronidazole resistance in Helicobacter pylori reportedly occurs by mutational inactivation of the oxygen-insensitive nitroreductase gene rdxA.
		The study set comprised matched isolates that were either metronidazole susceptible (four) or mixed metronidazole susceptible and metronidazole resistant (15) before therapy and metronidazole resistant post-therapy (10) in the 11 patients that were followed up.
		Metronidazole has been reported to potentiate the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and other oral coumarin anticoagulants, resulting in a prolongation of prothrombin time.
	www.lycos.com /info/metronidazole--patients.html?page=2 (592 words)

	Metronidazole Indications (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Metronidazole is the drug of choice for symtopmatic intestinal and extraintestinal amebiasis as well as infections with Trichomonas vaginalis and Giardia lamblia.
		Metronidazole is combined with a second antibiotic for the treatment of mixed infections with aerobic germs and for pre-operative infection prophylaxis (colorectal and gynecological interventions).
		Metronidazole is sometimes more efficient than sulfasalazine for Crohn's disease, however, the tolerance of long-term administration is not established.
	www.infomed.org /100drugs/menzind.html (159 words)

	Metronidazole (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		The topical form of metronidazole is sometimes used to reduce facial pimples in patients with rosacea.
		Metronidazole poses a small risk for seizures, which is of more concern in individuals who are already susceptible.
		Metronidazole is found in the breast milk, where it can lead to undesirable effects in a breastfeeding baby.
	tjsamson.client.web-health.com /web-health/topics/Medications/metronidazole.html (937 words)

	Flagyl (Metronidazole) use when pregnant
		Metronidazole (Flagyl) has always had a warning label related to pregnancy because of high dose studies in animals that show that it may be a carcinogen and some birth defects were noted in rats.
		Although it is still not recommended for use during the first trimester (very few drugs are), its use may helpful in preventing some of the complications (preterm labor and premature rupture of the membranes) that have been linked to bacterial infections such as bacterial vaginosis.
		In addition, a statement from an article in the American Journal of Ob/Gyn, 2/95: "Metronidazole (Flagyl) is not generally used during 1st trimester but does not appear to be associated with an increased teratogenic (fetal defect) risk".
	parenting.ivillage.com /pregnancy/psafe/0,,midwife_3p7z,00.html (0 words)

	Metronidazole (Vaginal)
		Metronidazole (vaginal) is an intravaginal antibiotic used to treat vaginal infections caused primarily by bacteria.
		Metronidazole is also available as oral and topical medications.
		Four women whose vaginal infections caused by trichomonas (one-celled parasites) were not responding to oral and vaginal metronidazole treatment alone, improved when a zinc sulfate douche was added.
	www.publix.com /wellness/notes/Display.do?id=Drug&childId=Metronidazole_Vaginal (0 words)

	metronidazole gel (Metrogel Vaginal) - drug class, medical uses, medication side effects, and drug interactions by ...
		PRESCRIBED FOR: Metronidazole gel is used for treating rosacea. Metronidazole vaginal gel is used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (also referred to as Hemophilus vaginitis, Gardnerella vaginitis, or nonspecific vaginitis), a bacterial infection of the vagina.
		Oral metronidazole interacts with warfarin (Coumadin), increasing the latter's blood-thinning properties.
		However, metronidazole is secreted in breast milk in concentrations that are similar to concentrations in the blood.
	www.medicinenet.com /metronidazole_gel/article.htm (0 words)

	Metronidazole - Patient UK
		Metronidazole can also be used to prevent infection following gynaecological surgery and surgery on the gut.
		Metronidazole tablets should be taken with or just after food, with a full glass of water.
		Metronidazole oral solution should be taken an hour before food or on an empty stomach.
	www.patient.co.uk /showdoc/30003224 (0 words)

	FDA Approves First Generic Metronidazole
		The approval is an important step in the agency's effort to increase the availability of lower-cost generic medications.
		"Metronidazole vaginal gel is a widely-used antibacterial preparation, and its generic version can bring significant savings to the millions of Americans with bacterial vaginosis." Metronidazole is an antibiotic effective against anaerobic (lacking oxygen) bacteria.
		Metronidazole Vaginal Gel, 0.75 %, is manufactured by QLT USA, Inc. in Fort Collins, CO. QLT challenged certain patents for the listed drug MetroGel-Vaginal and is eligible for 180 days of generic drug exclusivity.
	www.fda.gov /bbs/topics/NEWS/2006/NEW01501.html (0 words)

	Metronidazole (Topical) - MayoClinic.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-28)
		Topical metronidazole (me-troe-NI-da-zole) is applied to the skin in adults to help control rosacea(roe-ZAY-she-ah), also known as acne rosacea and “adult acne.” This medicine helps to reduce the redness of the skin and the number of pimples, usually found on the face, in patients with rosacea.
		However, metronidazole given by mouth (e.g., Flagyl) has not been shown to cause birth defects or other problems in animal studies.
		Therefore, topical metronidazole is not generally used in children.
	www.mayoclinic.com /health/drug-information/DR202366 (0 words)

	MetroGel, Metronidazole, side effects, drug interactions, overdose, dosage
		MetroGel is a preparation of the drug metronidazole used for the treatment of a skin condition called rosacea (red eruptions, usually on the face).
		The cream and lotion forms of metronidazole are used for the same problem.
		Topical metronidazole should be applied twice daily, in the morning and evening.
	www.pdrhealth.com /drug_info/rxdrugprofiles/drugs/met1601.shtml (0 words)

	Metronidazole topical - Patient UK
		Metronidazole is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, such as acne rosacea and skin ulcers, by killing the bacteria responsible.
		Metronidazole is available in cream and gel form.
		Avoid exposure to sunlight or sun beds while you are being treated with Metronidazole.
	www.patient.co.uk /showdoc/30003853 (0 words)

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		Metronidazole should not be given to patients who have taken disulfiram within last 2 wk.
		Use IV metronidazole cautiously in patients on sodium-restricted diet.
		Explain that cosmetics may be applied over topical metronidazole.
	www.reutershealth.com /atoz/html/Metronidazole.htm (0 words)

	Flagyl (Metronidazole) drug description - prescription drugs and medications at RxList
		To reduce the development of drug-resistant bacteria and maintain the effectiveness of Flagyl and other antibacterial drugs, Flagyl should be used only to treat or prevent infections that are proven or strongly suspected to be caused by bacteria.
		Metronidazole has been shown to be carcinogenic in mice and rats.
		Flagyl (metronidazole) is an oral synthetic antipro-tozoal and antibacterial agent, 1-(β-hydroxy-ethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitroimidazole, which has the following structural formula:
	www.rxlist.com /cgi/generic/metronidaz.htm (0 words)

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