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How do you give metronidazole to a child?

How do you give metronidazole to a child?

Your child may take metronidazole with or without food. It may be given with food or milk if it upsets your child’s stomach. If your child is getting liquid metronidazole, measure the dose with the special spoon or syringe that the pharmacist gave you.

What is metronidazole syrup used for?

Metronidazole Oral Suspension is indicated in the prophylaxis and treatment of infections in which anaerobic bacteria have been identified or are suspected as the pathogen.

Is metronidazole syrup an antibiotic?

Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat a wide variety of infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria and parasites. This antibiotic treats only certain bacterial and parasitic infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).

Can I mix Flagyl syrup with milk?

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor. To prevent stomach upset, take this medication with food or a full glass of water or milk.

Which syrup is best for loose motion for babies?

Consulting doctor who suggest granisetron syrup, oflaxacin oral suspension, aristogyl syrup But still not controll. Please suggest imediate remeady.

How do you take metronidazole syrup?

This medicine contains 200mg of metronidazole in each 5ml. Take this medicine by mouth. Always shake the bottle before use. Complete the full course of this medicine….Talk to your doctor before taking Metronidazole if:

  1. you have liver problems.
  2. you have a disease of the nervous system.
  3. you are having haemodialysis.

Can metronidazole treat diarrhea?

Metronidazole (brand name Flagyl®) is an antibacterial and antiprotozoal agent used in the treatment of certain anaerobic bacterial and protozoal infections, such as those caused by Giardia and Trichomonas. It is often used to treat diarrhea and other intestinal problems.

How can I make metronidazole taste better?

How can you mask the bad tase of metronidazole? During treatment, have a supply of sweet hard candies (sugar-free, if preferred) or mints to help mask the taste. If the bitter taste is only difficult when you’re swallowing, try masking with chocolate, like chocolate pudding or chocolate milk.

How do you mask the taste of metronidazole?

How do you hide the taste of liquid medicine?

Mix the medicine with chocolate syrup. It can hide the taste very well. Ask your pharmacy if they have special flavoring to add to liquid medicine to make it taste better.