Is metronidazole good for respiratory infections? A Targeted Approach for Anaerobic Cases
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While metronidazole is effective against anaerobic bacteria, a 2011 article in the *Medical Journal of Australia* noted that the need for specific anti-anaerobic coverage, such as with metronidazole, in treating common aspiration pneumonia is often overestimated. So, **is metronidazole good for respiratory infections?** Its use is primarily limited to specific cases where anaerobic bacteria are a confirmed or highly suspected cause.
