Question
The baby’s stools are soft and contain mucus, resembling phlegm. The baby only wants to breastfeed and is not eating solid food, but their spirits are good. They have been like this for about three days. Previous treatment and results: I bought Simetidine, but the pharmacy said that it must not be taken within an hour before or after eating, and nausea and vomiting must be treated promptly; otherwise, the consequences are unimaginable. It is recommended to first take Simetidine and Bifidobacterium, and always pay attention to the baby’s stools. If there are bubbles, it means there is inflammation. The doctor prescribed ceftriaxone, an antibiotic for enteritis; this medicine is effective, but it is said to be an antibiotic, so stop giving it to the child once the inflammation has subsided.
Answer
For children under 1 year old, take 1 packet daily, divided into 3 doses: for children aged 1-2 years, take 1-2 packets daily, divided into 3 doses; for children over 2 years old, take 2-3 packets daily, divided into 3 doses. If there are symptoms such as nausea or vomiting, seek medical attention immediately. When taking Simetidine, avoid eating within one hour before or after taking the medicine to ensure its efficacy. It can also be combined with probiotics like Bifidobacterium to improve intestinal flora. If bubbles are found in the stool, it may be a sign of inflammation, and medical attention should be sought promptly. Doctors usually prescribe antibiotic medications such as ceftriaxone for treatment, but attention should be paid to the side effects and misuse of these drugs. Antibiotic medications should be stopped once the inflammation has resolved.