Question
A two-month-old baby experienced bloating, increased burping, and flatulence after taking Meletin and Guaifenesin granules during the recovery period of bronchitis pneumonia. The inquiry is whether the medication should be discontinued and what alternative medications can be considered.
Answer
During the recovery period from bronchitis pneumonia, it is important to thoroughly check blood tests and chest X-rays, and closely monitor the child’s mental state. If the mental state is poor, further examination and adjustment of medication should be considered. If no medication treatment is required, observation and increased water intake can help prevent catching a cold. If medication is needed, consider using Erbaibai Pipa syrup or Yangyin Qingfei ointment. Additionally, since the baby’s body temperature rises during pneumonia and more fluids are lost, it is important to ensure adequate hydration. Offer sugar water or sugar salt water, or rice porridge, egg soup, and other nutritious substances.