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Metronidazole

Medical Definition:	An antiprotozoal used in amebiasis, trichomoniasis, giardiasis, and as a treponemacide in livestock. It has also been proposed as a radiation sensitizer for hypoxic cells. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985, p133), this substance may reasonably be anticipated to be a carcinogen (Merck, 11th ed).
Also Called:	Bayer 5360,Clont,Danizol,Flagyl,Gineflavir,Metric,Metrodzhil,MetroGel,Metrogyl,Metronidazole Hydrochloride,Metronidazole Phosphate,Satric,Trichazol,Trichopol,Trivazol,Vagilen
CAS Type 1 Name:	CAS Number:	443-48-1

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