Metronidazole: high dose and long duration risks peripheral neuropathy

Metronidazole — a member of the nitroimidazole class of antibiotics — provides potent bactericidal action against anaerobic bacterial and protozoal infections. It is commonly used across all healthcare settings for common infections and plays an important role in treating confirmed or suspected anaerobic bact erial infections; it is typically associated with deep-seated infections. Combination therapy with penicillin is common and is likely to feature more prominently in hospital formularies ...
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research