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Pediatric Medicine
Question #18533
70 days ago
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liquid medicine for loose motion - #18533

Vivaan

I am really worried about my kid, he’s just 5 and he's dealing with loose motions for the past couple days. It all started after he had some street food while we were out last week. He had a blast but now, he can’t keep anything down and runs to the bathroom every few minutes. The doc gave us some liquid medicine for loose motion, but it doesn’t seem to be working as fast as I hoped. I mean, he’s drinking the medicine without a fuss, but he still complains about tummy aches and stuff. I keep reading that some liquids can help, but what if this liquid medicine for loose motion isn’t the right one? I’m just stressing a bit, cause he also becomes super dehydrated, and I’m not sure if we need to try another medicine or if there’s like a specific diet we should stick to with this kinda thing? I thought maybe bananas and rice could help, but then I read mixed things about that too. I guess I just want to know what I should do next with the liquid medicine for loose motion — should we wait it out or push for something else? Really appreciate any advice, feeling a bit lost here.

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Diarrhea in young kids like this can often be a result of infectious gastroenteritis, especially after eating contaminated food. The liquid medicine given by your doctor is likely an oral rehydration solution (ORS) or an antidiarrheal specific for children. It’s crucial to ensure he’s staying hydrated, even more so than focusing solely on medication for stopping the diarrhea immediately. ORS is designed to replace lost fluids and electrolytes, but it might not stop the diarrhea right away because the body’s still clearing out the pathogen or irritant. It’s good that he’s able to take the medicine without issue—continue to encourage him to drink plenty of fluids, like ORS, water, and clear broths. Avoid juices or sugary drinks, as they can worsen diarrhea. For diet, the BRAT diet—bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast—can sometimes help, but isn’t necessary unless he’s able to tolerate those foods without issue. His meals should be light and bland, and you can gradually reintroduce other foods as his symptoms improve. Watch for signs of significant dehydration, like sunken eyes, dry mouth, or no tears when crying, and seek medical care if these occur. If he’s showing no improvement, or especially if his condition gets worse with symptoms like bloody stools, high fever, or extreme lethargy, it’s important to get in touch with his doctor again. They might need to reassess and possibly recommend additional investigations or treatments. Concerns about the effectiveness of medicine is understandable. However, sometimes it takes time for the body to adjust and clear up the infection. Monitor his overall condition, and don’t hesitate to consult your healthcare provider if you’re worried. He’s young, so better to err on the side of caution when it comes to dehydration and other risks.

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