Question

A six-month-old baby, who previously had diarrhea issues and was diagnosed with enteritis, has recently experienced diarrhea again. However, after taking montmorillonite powder, the baby has shown symptoms of not wanting to eat, nausea, and sometimes dry vomiting. The parents are wondering what could be the cause.

Answer

Montmorillonite powder is primarily used to protect the gastrointestinal mucosa, forming a protective layer to prevent viral invasion. In cases where dry vomiting occurs in infants after taking montmorillonite powder, it is not necessarily necessary to wait a long time before feeding them. Generally, babies with diarrhea have an empty stomach, and further delaying feeding may cause discomfort. Therefore, it is recommended to feed the baby approximately five minutes after taking the montmorillonite powder, which can be anything from milk to soy milk or rice gruel. For a baby who is eleven months old, you can try giving thin rice porridge, but it should be thinner to avoid overeating. Wishing your baby a quick recovery. In addition, it is recommended to visit the hospital…