Miscellaneous antibiotics

Metronidazole

Pronunciation: me-troe-NI-da-zoleGeneric name: metronidazoleBrand names: Flagyl, Flagyl ER, Flagyl I.V., RTU, LikmezDosage form: intravenous solution, oral capsule, oral tablet, extended-release tablet, oral suspensionDrug classes: Amebicides , Miscellaneous antibiotics  What is...

September 5, 2025

Rifaximin

Generic name: rifaximin [ rif-AX-i-min ]Brand name: XifaxanDosage form: oral tablet (200 mg; 550 mg)Drug class: Miscellaneous antibiotics  What is rifaximin? Rifaximin is used to treat travelers’...

August 28, 2025