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Active pharmaceutical ingredient

Ronidazole

Ronidazole is a nitroimidazole derivative primarily used for its antiprotozoal and antibacterial properties, making it a valuable component in veterinary medicine.

Compounded to order
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Warwick, Rhode Island

About this ingredient

Ronidazole is a nitroimidazole antibiotic primarily used in veterinary medicine, particularly for the treatment of protozoal infections in animals. It is highly effective against Tritrichomonas foetus, a protozoan parasite that commonly affects cats, causing chronic diarrhea and colitis. Ronidazole works by disrupting the DNA synthesis of the protozoa, leading to their death and alleviating the symptoms of infection.

In addition to its use in feline medicine, Ronidazole is also employed in avian species to combat infections caused by Trichomonas gallinae, a protozoan that affects birds, particularly pigeons and doves. Its efficacy in treating these infections makes it a valuable tool for veterinarians dealing with resistant strains of protozoa. The compound is typically administered orally, and its dosage must be carefully managed to avoid potential side effects, such as neurotoxicity, which can occur with improper use.

Ronidazole's pharmacokinetics involve rapid absorption and distribution throughout the body, ensuring effective concentrations at the site of infection. However, its use is generally restricted to veterinary applications due to its potential toxicity in humans. As a result, it is crucial for prescribers to adhere to recommended guidelines and monitor patients closely during treatment. The compound's role in managing protozoal infections highlights its importance in veterinary therapeutics, offering a targeted approach to combating these challenging pathogens.

Available formulations

Compounded formulations containing this ingredient

Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.

We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.

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Formulas we compound with this ingredient

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Important information

This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.

Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.

A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.

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