<s>[INST] my girl child age-5months,she has loose motions in a day 5times.im using the colstrom-250mg+proniotic2Billion cfu+prebiotic 50mg+selenium10mcg+zinc3mg+vitamin c5mg. since 5days,but diahrrea not controlling.i want to give plain metronidazole 7.5/kg/day in 2 divided doses.is it safe?kindly suggest the drug to treat.im waiting for your answer [/INST] Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.Metronidazole is a prescriptional drug used for specific indications only, it in one of most misused drugs in diarrhoea .  It should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor , moreover most diarrhoeal episodes  are self limiting , take care of hydration by frequent feeding, use of ORS and zinc , if baby is active , passing urine normally , accepting feeds normally , it will resolve in 2- 3 days, otherwise do consult your health care provider to decide further course of action . Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then pleasedo not hesitate in writing to us.*Always check for history of allergy before taking any medicine.Wishing your baby a speedy recovery .•     DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only   , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I  recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination </s>