Blood in Stool: Causes and Treatment

Blood in Stool: Causes and Treatment
Published on, 07 June, 2024. Answered by Dr. Mauricio Alejandro Usme Arango and Verified by Dr.Galen Team
Patient Question

Hello Doctor,

 

I've been experiencing diarrhea with blood for the past few hours, having had it three times within a four-hour period. I'm feeling really frightened about this.

 

Hello,

Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

 

Prescribed Medications:

1. Metronidazole 500mg Tablets

Take 1 tablet at 8 am

Take 1 tablet at 7 pm

Duration: 5 days

Avoid alcoholic beverages

 

2. Ciprofloxacin 500mg Tablets

Take 1 tablet every 12 hours

Synchronize with Metronidazole schedule

Duration: 5 days

 

Rehydration Plan:

1. Use electrolyte beverage available in the drug store

2. Flavor: Passion fruit

3. Consume frequently as directed

 

Thanks

 


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