AskDocDoc
/
/
/
home remedy for vomiting and loose motion
FREE!Ask Doctors — 24/7
Connect with Doctors 24/7. Ask anything, get expert help today.
500 doctors ONLINE
#1 Medical Platform
Ask question for free
00H : 18M : 27S
background image
Click Here
background image
Pediatric Medicine
Question #14979
153 days ago
237

home remedy for vomiting and loose motion - #14979

Aadhya

I am trying to figure out a good home remedy for vomiting and loose motion because my daughter got sick last week. It started with a stomach ache, and then she was throwing up like every few minutes and running to the bathroom. I was really worried since she's only six! We rushed her to the doctor, but they just gave her some medicine and said it was probably a virus going around. They didn't give us any home remedy for vomiting and loose motion, and I felt a bit lost. I tried ginger tea, which she couldn't keep down, and then some rice water, but that just made it worse. It's been a rollercoaster, you know? One minute she seems okay, and the next she's back on the couch looking gray. I saw online that some people have success with bananas and applesauce as a home remedy for vomiting and loose motion, but I’m not sure if I should try those again. I just want her to feel better. Are there safe easy remedies that actually work for nausea and the diarrhea thing? I mean, anything gentle enough for kids would really help. I just thought it’d be nice to have some solid home remedy for vomiting and loose motion that I can keep on hand since kids seem to catch everything. Thanks for any help!

FREE
Question is closed
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously
Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential.
No sign-up needed.
CTA image asteriksCTA image

Doctors' responses

Given your daughter’s symptoms, it’s important to approach her care with caution, especially considering her age. Vomiting and diarrhea in children are often caused by viral gastroenteritis, which typically resolves on its own with supportive care. However, dehydration is a significant concern, so maintaining her hydration is crucial. Since ginger tea was not well-tolerated, focus on offering small, frequent sips of an oral rehydration solution (ORS). These solutions, available at pharmacies, are balanced to replace lost fluids and electrolytes and are generally more effective than home-crafted options like rice water. Over-the-counter ORS is generally considered safe and specifically designed for situations like this.

Another gentle remedy involves utilizing the BRAT diet, which includes bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. These foods are bland, easy to digest, and can help firm up stools. Bananas can be particularly helpful because they provide potassium which is often lost with diarrhea. However, start slowly and if she cannot keep down solids, don’t force it. Gradually reintroduce these foods once her vomiting decreases. Applesauce is generally safe, but since the rice water seemed to exacerbate her symptoms, introduce applesauce in small portions and watch for tolerance. Toast can be tried once she regularly retains fluids. Boiled potatoes without added fats or spices could also be a component to help bind stools.

Avoid dairy products, fried or greasy foods, and sugary drinks like sodas, as these can worsen diarrhea. If at any point she exhibits signs of severe dehydration (such as dry mouth, excessive tiredness, dizziness, or not urinating for several hours), or if symptoms persist beyond a couple of days without improvement, seek medical attention promptly. These signs indicate that immediate professional medical intervention might be warranted. Keep her well-hydrated and closely observe her condition. If using herbal teas or other home remedies not previously tried with her and deemed safe for children, consult your physician to ensure they’re appropriate for her specific situation.

19186 answered questions
91% best answers
Accepted response

0 replies
FREE! Ask a Doctor — 24/7,
100% Anonymously

Get expert answers anytime, completely confidential. No sign-up needed.

About our doctors

Only qualified doctors who have confirmed the availability of medical education and other certificates of medical practice consult on our service. You can check the qualification confirmation in the doctor's profile.


vomiting and loose motion medicine
height growth tips for teenagers
pneumonia in infants symptoms
symptoms of pneumonia in baby
potty loose motion
Why is my 6 month old poop green? And what remedy can I do
international stuttering awareness day
what is symptoms of viral fever
duration of fever
kids asthma symptoms
conjunctivitis eye flu
medicine for loose motion for 10 year old
fever how many days
What to do if my baby has a persistent cough and cold?
tomato fever food list
can we wash eyes in eye flu
early childhood mental health consultation
what kills a sore throat fast overnight
pneumonia in baby
What to do when my baby has a persistent cough and cold?
what to eat in vomiting and loose motion
Can I cetrizine hydrochloride, prednisolone and Amoxicillin to a 12 year old?
how do you get an ear infection
nimoniya ke lakshan baccho me
tomato flu images
child pneumonia symptoms
can ear infection cause fever
anu my baby
can constipation cause fever
How to relieve phlegm in my baby who has a persistent cough and cold?
child pneumonia treatment
what causes common cold
vomiting home remedies
speech therapy types
bache ko nimoniya ke lakshan
tomato fever
viral pneumonia in children
What to do if my 10-month-old baby accidentally ingested face wash?
Bite
hole in heart baby symptoms
how many days fever last
Viral fever is contagious
is viral fever dangerous
How to reduce Productive cough during sleep
instant relief from vomiting
seasonal fever
home remedy for loose motion and vomiting
what causes viral fever
symptoms of pneumonia in babies
Dast lagne per kya chahie
what causes pneumonia in babies
how long does viral fever last
medicine for stomach flu
eyes flu ke lakshan
Monthold baby does not lift his head during tummy time
baby spitting up curdled milk
benefits of ors
How long can a viral fever last?
viral fever for how many days
how long does viral infection last
best food for fever patients
tomato flu caused by which virus
kids stomach pain home remedies
how many days it takes for viral fever to go
viral fever cough
Tomato flu medicine
medicine for loose motion for 6 year old
is ors good for health
dengue treatment food for child
Sleep cycle of infant of 2 months
how long does otitis media last
How much Vitamin D3 syrup should I give my 12-day-old baby each day?
does camphor kill lice eggs
what does tonsillitis look like
medicine for gastroenteritis
continuous fever for 10 days
ors drink side effects
preventive eye drops for conjunctivitis
asthma symptoms in child
definition of pneumonia in child
Posterior closes time and head circumference
tiny tots clinic
how many days does viral fever last
can cold cause loose motion
pneumonia in baby symptoms
Can viral fever last for 5 days?
ragi for kids
how long does an ear infection last
How to reduce cough during sleep
How much Vitamin D3 syrup should I give my newborn baby daily?
childhood asthma symptoms
tomato flu treatment
loose motion instant relief
anar in loose motion
dolo 650 uses age limit
how to get rid of stomach worms home remedies
what is otitis media
Questions about Newborn Fracture Recovery
advantages and disadvantages of ors
Rheumatic fever