Definition
metronidazoles
noun
- Plural of metronidazole; a class of antibiotic and antiprotozoal medications used to treat bacterial and parasitic infections.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term; Commonly used in clinical and veterinary practice
Examples
- The doctor prescribed metronidazoles to treat the patient's bacterial infection.
- Metronidazoles are effective against anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites.
- The pharmacy stocked several brands of metronidazoles for different patient needs.
- Metronidazoles should be taken with food to minimize gastrointestinal side effects.
- Veterinarians often use metronidazoles to treat infections in dogs and cats.