A couple of cases of giardiasis have recently given us reason to suspect
flagyl resistance. Previously most suspected resistance we could
attribute to non-compliance or reinfection. Our problem is that quinacrine is
getting harder and harder to get. Here in Canada, Tinidazole is not an
option. Any other alternatives? Any suggestions?
Colin Semple
Manager, Parasitology Department
B.C. Biomedical Laboratories
