A 35-year-old female complains of itching in the vulval area. Hangingdrop examination of the urine reveals trichomonads. What is the preferred treatment for trichomoniasis?
Metronidazole is a lowmolecular-weight compound that penetrates all tissues and fluids of the body. Metronidazole’s spectrum of activity is limited largely to anaerobic bacteria—including B. fragilis—and certain protozoa. It is considered to be the drug of choice for trichomoniasis in females and carrier states in males, as well as intestinal infections with Giardia lamblia.
Metronidazole is a lowmolecular-weight compound that penetrates all tissues and fluids of the body. Metronidazole’s spectrum of activity is limited largely to anaerobic bacteria—including B. fragilis—and certain protozoa. It is considered to be the drug of choice for trichomoniasis in females and carrier states in males, as well as intestinal infections with Giardia lamblia.