Question
When my baby takes the laxative, I add 25 milliliters of water each time, but the baby refuses to drink it, and I have to force-feed it by pinching its nose, which is very painful. Can I use less water so that the number of times I have to administer the medication can be reduced?
Answer
Laxatives are already in a liquid form and do not require dilution with water; too much water may actually affect the effectiveness of the medication. It is recommended not to pinch the baby’s nose when administering the medication as it can easily cause coughing. Let the baby drink the medication slowly, as this will ensure better efficacy. In fact, babies are quite fragile, and physical therapy can be performed when they are sick. If there is dyspepsia, fruits like dragon fruit can be consumed,