Metronidazole is the main component found in plasma, its metabolite 2-hydroxymethyl is found in smaller quantities. Both the parent substance and its metabolite have bactericidal activity against most strains of anaerobic bacteria and trichomonacid activity.
every 5 ml contains:
Children under 1 year: 2.5 ml (1/2 teaspoon) every 8 hours for 3-7 days.
Children from 1 year to 5 years: 5 ml (1 full teaspoon) every 8 hours for 3-7 days.
Children over 5 years: 10 ml (2 full teaspoons) every 8 hours for 3-7 days or as directed by a physician.