Question
The nine-month-old baby has black, runny stools and a sticky texture after taking medicine. The baby has been coughing, and the doctor said it’s a cold with an inflamed throat. The medicine includes children’s paracetamol yellow antihistamine granules, Spring Autumn Winter antiviral, cefixime granules, and ambroxol oral solution. (Male, 9 months old)
Answer
The baby’s stools are related to the medicine they are taking. Once the baby stops taking the medication, the stools will naturally return to normal. I hope you will ensure the baby takes the medicine on time, drinks plenty of water, which will help in the complete recovery from the illness. Also, be mindful of keeping the baby warm and avoiding poorly absorbed foods.