Zeenat Issani, Mala K, Nizamani M.
A study of Secnidazole suspension in the treatment of Giardiasis.
Pak Paed J Jan ;20(4):167-8.

The study on efficacy and tolerance of Secnidazole suspension was conducted during May, 95 - Dec. 95, at National Institute of Child Health (N.I.C.H.), Karachi. The indication was giardiasis. Total of 40 children, aged 1-1/2 - 10 years were studied. Secnidazole suspension was administered in a single dose of 30 mg/kg body weight. Laboratory and clinical evaluations were performed on day 5. and 15 after the treatment. Clinical and parasitological cure was achieved in 90% of children. The remaining 10% children, fell into the category of reinfection or failure to respond The tolerance was 88%. Thus, Secnidazole suspension could be recommended as effective and safe treatment for giardiasis in children.

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