In the past, Clostridium difficile-associated disease (CDAD) was thought of mainly as a nosocomial disease associated with the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics, but its epidemiology seems to be ...
Source: Focus Medica. Infection of the large intestine (colon) caused by the bacteria Clostridium difficile. Long-term use of antibiotics reduces the normal bacterial population in the intestine ...
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Purpose The pharmacology, clinical efficacy, safety, dosage and administration, and place in therapy of fidaxomicin for the treatment of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) are reviewed.
This work points to the essential role of metals for bacterial killing by phage in blood. Antibiotic treatment alters the intestinal microbiota resulting in hard-to-treat Clostridium difficile ...
Considering taking supplements to treat clostridium difficile infection? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of clostridium difficile infection.