Question
My baby is two years old. Last night, he had vomiting with a slight fever. I gave him some drops, but the effect seems unclear. What medicine should I give him? Is the drops effective?
Answer
Based on your description, it is suspected that the child may have dry vomiting and fever due to catching a cold. The choice of intravenous or oral medication should be determined according to the child’s condition, usually choosing oral medication when symptoms are mild. A more thorough examination is needed to determine the cause and severity of the illness, so that symptomatic treatment can be provided, selecting the appropriate medication and administration method. For dry vomiting, you can take Ba He Wan (a traditional Chinese medicine) and drink plenty of water or rehydration salts to prevent dehydration. The diet should be light and nutritious, and attention should be paid to preventing colds and monitoring temperature changes to prevent low fever.