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Anaerobic infections: The duration of a course is 7 days but it will depend upon the seriousness of the patient's condition as assessed clinically and bacteriologically.
Prophylaxis against anaerobic infections, chiefly in the context of abdominal (especially colorectal) and gynaecological surgery: Adult, 400 mg at 8-hourly interval. Children, 7.5 mg/kg every 8 hours.
Treatment of established anaerobic infections: Adult, 800 mg initially followed by 400 mg 8 hourly. Children, 7.5 mg/kg 8 hourly.
Treatment of Protozoal and other infection: (see table.)
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