The use of metronidazole in acute diarrhea in dogs: a narrative review.
Top Companion Anim Med
; 56-57: 100824, 2023.
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ABSTRACT
Acute diarrhea is a common reason for non-wellness veterinary visits in dogs. Treatment for acute diarrhea usually consists of supportive care with nutritional intervention, fluid therapy, anthelmintics, and often an antibiotic - commonly metronidazole in North America. The empirical use of metronidazole for acute diarrhea in dogs has been a common practice in veterinary medicine for many decades; however, recent studies evaluating its use suggest it may be inappropriately utilized in many cases. Herein, we review the evidence evaluating the use of metronidazole and other antibiotics in acute diarrhea in the human and veterinary literature. Recommendations on the use of metronidazole and other antibiotics as well as other therapeutic considerations in the treatment of acute diarrhea are also provided.
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Metronidazol
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Antibacterianos
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Animals
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Humans
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En
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Top Companion Anim Med
Assunto da revista:
MEDICINA VETERINARIA
Ano de publicação:
2023
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Article
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Estados Unidos