Question
What medication can be taken to alleviate neonatal jaundice?
Answer
Physiological jaundice generally does not require medication treatment and can be improved by early feeding to promote the excretion of meconium and establish a normal intestinal flora, reducing bilirubin absorption. Pathological jaundice requires medical attention and treatment methods include medication, light therapy, traditional Chinese medicine, medication treatment, or blood exchange therapy, etc., determined by the doctor based on the condition. When undergoing medication treatment, it is important to avoid drugs that may trigger nuclear jaundice, such as sulfonamides, aspirin, and sodium benzoate. For newborns with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, it is advisable to avoid drugs with oxidizing effects.