Emergency contraceptive use of Metronidazole among University female students in Dodoma region of Tanzania: a descriptive cross-sectional study

Emergency contraceptive use of Metronidazole among University female students in Dodoma region of Tanzania: a descriptive cross-sectional study

Abstract Background Metronidazole is known for its therapeutic effect as antibacterial and anti-parasitic. However, its toxicity on the reproductive system remains unclear. Metronidazole use in rodents is associates with toxic effects on the reproductive system, including hormonal alterations, reduc...

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Main Authors:	Nipael M. Samson, Emmanuel Izack Sumari, Valence Ndesendo, Romuald Mbwasi
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2023-08-01
Series:	Contraception and Reproductive Medicine
Subjects:	Metronidazole Emergency contraceptive Use Female students Dodoma Tanzania
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s40834-023-00241-z

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