Because metronidazole belongs to the nitroimidazole class of antibacterial drugs, applicable to the treatment of anaerobic infectious diseases, so for the anaerobic bacteria infection caused by sinusitis can take metronidazole treatment.
Sinusitis caused by anaerobic infections can be manifested as nasal congestion, yellow pus nasal discharge, and the presence of malodorous or putrid smell, partly accompanied by headache and other symptoms. Bacterial culture of the secretions is needed to determine whether the infection is anaerobic.
Metronidazole can be used to treat amebiasis, vaginal trichomoniasis, etc., but also can be used to treat infections caused by anaerobic bacteria, so patients with sinusitis caused by anaerobic infections can take metronidazole for treatment.
Metronidazole adverse reactions and contraindications: more common for nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite and other gastrointestinal adverse reactions, some patients can appear headache, dizziness, numbness of the limbs and convulsions and other neurological adverse reactions, a small number of patients can also appear rash, itching and other allergic reactions. It is contraindicated in patients with active central nervous system disorders and blood diseases.
Metronidazole precautions: during the period of consumption can lead to dark red urine, it can inhibit the metabolism of alcohol, so it is advisable to avoid alcohol during the period of consumption. Those with abnormal liver function should reduce the dose, while those with abnormal renal function should prolong the dosage interval.
Sinusitis, please go to the hospital in time to improve the examination, clear sinusitis causative organisms, by the professional physician for the condition of the appropriate treatment, and the drug needs to be used under the guidance of a professional physician.