my baby is having loose motion what medicine can I give

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Accepted Answer

For a baby with loose motions, it’s essential to approach treatment carefully, as dehydration is the main concern. Rather than immediately giving medicines, focus on these steps first:

1. Hydration

Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS): Give small sips frequently to prevent dehydration. You can use pre-packaged ORS solutions recommended for babies.

If breastfeeding, continue to breastfeed frequently, as it provides hydration and essential nutrients.

2. Probiotics

Pediatric Probiotics: Consult your pediatrician about giving probiotics like Lactobacillus, which can help restore gut health.

3. Diet (If Baby Is on Solids)

For babies older than 6 months, offer easily digestible foods like rice water, mashed bananas, or boiled potatoes.

Medicines

Do not give any over-the-counter medicine without consulting a pediatrician, as the cause of loose motions can vary (e.g., teething, infection, food intolerance). If your baby is very young or the loose motions are severe (frequent, watery stools), accompanied by fever, blood, or mucus in stools, or signs of dehydration (dry mouth, sunken eyes, reduced urine output), seek immediate medical attention.

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Please don’t give any Over the counter medication. Do visit your Doctor and do the needful as per him/ her! Be mindful of dehydration and give plenty of fluids! ORS, Yakult, coconut water, buttermilk etc Look out for urine output.

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Look for signs of dehydration and give ORS, and monitor urine output. Visit your doctor for other medicine prescription