Question
Pediatrician, if a baby has stomach pain that might be gastroenteritis, what medication is recommended?
Answer
Gastroenteritis is an acute inflammation of the gastrointestinal mucosa, common symptoms including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and fever. This is usually caused by improper diet, overeating, or consumption of unclean or inappropriate food. In treatment, it is recommended to provide liquid diet, drink plenty of water, and in severe cases, temporary fasting may be necessary. After symptoms subside, easily digestible foods such as thin rice porridge can be consumed. For nausea and vomiting, Gastrokin can be used; for abdominal pain, 654-2 or atropine can be administered. The use of antibiotics requires a detailed examination in the hospital to determine which bacteria are causing the infection, so that the correct antibiotic can be selected. Doctor’s Inquiry: Do you have any other questions or need further clarification?