Question
A young child developed a fever and then recovered after taking Cefaclor dry suspension for three days. However, one week later, they experienced diarrhea symptoms and later needed intravenous saline treatment to improve. The doctor recommended taking symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication at home to stabilize the condition. How should one handle diarrhea and possible medication side effects?
Answer
Firstly, when a child develops diarrhea one week after taking medication, it is important to determine whether the cause is viral, bacterial, or simply dyspepsia. If the diarrhea is not caused by bacteria, there is no need to continue using cephalosporin antibiotics. Antibiotics can cause diarrhea because they disrupt the balance of gut flora, with mild symptoms typically resolving naturally after discontinuation of the drug. In severe cases of diarrhea, oral probiotics may be needed to adjust gut flora. Medication-induced diarrhea usually occurs during use of the drug and rarely occurs after discontinuation. Wishing the child a speedy recovery! The above opinions are for reference only.