- female
- 24 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really worried about my 24-day-old baby girl who cries a lot at night. We initially thought it was gas since that's pretty common with newborns, so we've been giving her Crosin drops as suggested by our paediatrician. I'm wondering if it's safe to keep giving her 4 drops daily? Are there any other medicines you would recommend? She seems to be doing well otherwise - she sleeps and eats well, with no fever or unusual symptoms. We feed her every 2.5 hours and her bowel movements are normal. Any advice on why she might be crying so much?
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View allMy baby boy is 9 months old and he's been having loose motions since last Friday. We saw a pediatrician who recommended giving him Nutrolin B twice a day and a Zinc Dry Powder Suspension once a day. Over the weekend, he had about 7 to 8 stools each day. Today, it's been 5 times so far. What's really worrying me is that his last 3 stools have been dark green in color. Should I be concerned about this? Do you think I should take him back to the pediatrician right away?
Consult your pediatrician immediately if you notice: Symptoms 1. Fever > 102F (39C) 2. Vomiting 3. Blood in stool 4. Refusal to feed 5. Signs of dehydration (dry mouth, fewer wet diapers) 6. Dark green stools persisting or worsening Additional Concerns 1. Infection (bacterial or parasitic) 2. Food intolerance (lactose or gluten) 3. Allergic reactions 4. Gastroenteritis (viral infection) Self-Care Measures 1. Continue current treatment (Nutrolin B, Zinc Suspension) 2. Monitor stool frequency, consistency, and color 3. Record temperature, appetite, and overall condition 4. Breastfeed or formula feed frequently 5. Offer electrolyte-rich fluids (ORS, coconut water)
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I'm feeling a bit concerned about my 4 and a half-year-old's fever. It's hovering around 100.5 degrees. Is this something I should be worried about and consider visiting a doctor for? Also, what would be the right dosage of Calpol 250 mg to give?
For a child of 4 and a half years old with a fever of around 100.5F, it is advisable to monitor the fever closely and ensure they stay hydrated. You can give Calpol (Paracetamol) in a dosage of 250 mg. The recommended dosage for children aged 4-6 years is 5 ml (250 mg) every 4-6 hours as needed, with no more than 4 doses in 24 hours. Make sure to use a proper measuring device to administer the medication accurately. If the fever persists or if your child develops any other concerning symptoms, then it would be advisable to consult a healthcare professional.
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I'm a mother of a 4-month-old baby and I'm currently breastfeeding. I got the Covishield vaccine this morning and I'm wondering if it's safe for me to take Dolo 650 while I'm breastfeeding. Is that something you'd recommend?
Congratulations on reaching this milestone! At 5 months 6 days, you can introduce Cerelac as a supplementary food. For your baby's age, suitable Cerelac options are: Cerelac Wheat (single-grain cereal) Cerelac Rice (single-grain cereal) Consult your pediatrician before introducing any new food. Always follow the instructions on the packaging and prepare the cereal as recommended.
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