Question
A one-year-and-two-month-old male child initially exhibited symptoms of runny nose, which did not improve with cold medication. Subsequently, he developed coughing, and was diagnosed with bronchitis by a doctor, and was prescribed Hiklau and Jinqin Oral Liquid. There is still phlegm. Is such medication appropriate? What are the effects of these antibiotics on the child’s body?
Answer
When children have a cold with mild symptoms (such as runny nose, slight coughing, etc.), it is advisable to supplement nutrition and observe. If the body temperature is below 38 degrees, physical cooling methods can be adopted (such as using alcohol to wipe the palms, soles of the feet, and armpits after a warm water bath, and placing ice packs on the forehead). The dosage of the medication prescribed by the doctor is appropriate, but it may cause stomach irritation, leading to diarrhea the day after taking the medication. If the mother is infected with a cold, she should also take medication, especially if she is breastfeeding. If the mother’s condition is severe and requires intravenous treatment, she should discontinue breastfeeding for 2-3 days.