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Metronidazole (Flagyl)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Classification:
Nitroimidazole antibiotic/antiprotozoal
Therapeutic Effects:
Bactericidal against anaerobes and protozoa, surgical prophylaxis for colorectal and pelvic procedures
Primary Considerations:

Prophylaxis timing - Give within 60 minutes before incision (start the infusion earlier as it runs over 30-60 min); redose about every 6-8 hours for long cases. Combined with a cephalosporin for...

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