Following the innate immune response, which includes phagocytosis and the release of cytokines, the expression of MHC Class II molecules on macrophages are up regulated to function as antigen presenting cells to promote the antigen- specific or adaptive immune response. 2. Natural Killer Cells
The mainstay in the treatment of chronic bacterial prostatitis (CBP) is the use of oral antimicrobial agents. The most effective medications are fluoroquinolones and trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMZ). All other oral agents are unlikely to eradicate the infection. Relapse is not uncommon.
Flagyl is an antibiotic effective against anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites. Flagyl and Flagyl ER are the available brand names for metronidazole in the US. Metro IV, Metromidol, Protostat, and Satric are brands names for metronidazole that have been discontinued in the US.