The distinctive feature of secnidazole is:
A. It is not absorbed after oral ingestion
B. It is recommended for single dose treatment
of intestinal amoebiasis
C. It is effective in intestinal but not in hepatic
amoebiasis
D. It is effective in both trichomonas as well as
monilial vaginitis

1 Answer

Answer :

B. It is recommended for single dose treatment
of intestinal amoebiasis

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