Giardiasis disease, also called lambliasis is a type of diarrhoeal disease which can be a very concerning health issue, especially if it becomes severe. Its symptoms can cause a lot of uneasiness and discomfort to anyone who gets infected by the Giardia parasite. However, the good part is that giardiasis treatment is not only possible but very simple and easily affordable. Medicines are easily available and are very effective.
What is the Treatment of Giardiasis?
Giardiasis is easily treatable and the process is very simple and non-invasive. You do not have to worry about any painful or costly surgery and in most cases, even hospitalisation is not needed either.
- The most common medicine for giardiasis treatment is Metronidazole. It is a highly effective antibiotic and is known to work well among most people. Its treatment can have rare cases of side effects like a metallic taste in the mouth or a feeling of nausea.
- In case of Metronidazole not being available, the second option for lamblia treatment that is being recommended by doctors is Tinidazole. This is also an effective antibiotic. It can cause side effects like the one above but its advantage is that it can be taken in a single dose.
- Since both the above medicines are available in the form of tables, they are not really a choice for small children. Since a number of children get infected and need lamblia treatment, they are given Nitazoxanide which is available in liquid form.
Conclusion
Just because giardiasis treatment is easily manageable, does not mean that we can act careless with regard to hygiene. As a disease, it can be very inconvenient even if it may not be expensive. Prevention is better than cure so all of us must maintain proper hygiene at all times including washing hands regularly and consuming clean food and water. Additionally, checking if your health insurance covers such treatments can help you stay financially prepared for unexpected medical needs.
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