Nitroimidazoles are an important antibiotic class for nursing students, particularly for anaerobic and protozoal infections. This class shares the suffix “-dazole”, including drugs like metronidazole. Mechanism of Action of Nitroimidazoles Nitroimidazoles damage the DNA of anaerobic bacteria and protozoa, leading to a bactericidal effect. They are effective against: Common Uses of Nitroimidazoles Nitroimidazoles are used […]
