Suspected or confirmed anaerobic infections including:
Also used in:
Assess for peripheral/optic neuropathy with prolonged therapy (>6wks) or if symptoms develop.
Ethanol - Disulfiram-like reaction
Increases levels of:
IV Administration: Premixed 500mg bags; infuse over 30-60 min. Premixed bags are not compatible with pumps used in Community IV program
Tablets/capsules may be administered via NG route; No liquid formulation available
OPEN BENEFIT (PO): No prescribing restrictions
Antimicrobial class: Nitroimidazole
Pregnancy category: B
Average serum half life: 10 hours
Biliary penetration: Therapeutic
CSF penetration: Therapeutic
Lung penetration: Therapeutic
Urine penetration: Poor