Question
Dear doctor, my baby is three months old and has recently had green stools with bubbles and diarrhea. Examination revealed white cells in the stool. The doctor prescribed gentamicin sulfate granules, but I am worried about the potential ear damage and severe side effects of this medication. In this case, which medication should I give my baby? Thank you. Previous Treatment and Effect: The problem with green stools has improved, but yesterday green, runny stools appeared again. What kind of help do you need: Please advise on how to handle digestive discomfort?
Answer
The doctor suggests that for gastrointestinal infections, gentamicin is the most effective due to its minimal absorption by the gastrointestinal tract and its primary action in the intestinal tract. If concerned about side effects, consider switching to cephalosporin drugs such as cefalexin or cefaclor, and combine them with Simethicone and pepsin for treatment. However, these drugs may not be as effective as gentamicin.