- male
- 25 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm a bit worried about my Widal test results. I got S. typhi O 180, S. typhi H 140, and the others at 120. Does this mean I have an infection or something?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Sucrafil solution and Sucrafil O gel solution are not the same.
Sucrafil solution is likely an oral suspension, whereas Sucrafil O gel solution is a topical gel formulation for oral ulcers.
Using the wrong formulation may not provide the intended benefits and could potentially cause harm.
Return to the pharmacy and request the correct Sucrafil O gel solution. If unavailable, consult your doctor for alternative arrangements.
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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