Question
What should I do if a 2-month-old baby vomits up all the sugar pills?
Answer
Sometimes, when a baby takes sugar pills for the first time, it may happen that they don’t swallow them completely and end up vomiting all of them out. However, according to the doctor, if the injected dose is sufficient, even if the baby vomits, there should still be enough medication absorbed. It is recommended to first squeeze a little of the sugar pill under the baby’s tongue before giving it. This way, even if the baby vomits, some of the dose will still be absorbed. Moreover, after eating the sugar pill, the baby should lie flat for at least half an hour to reduce the risk of vomiting. If you are worried that the baby hasn’t absorbed enough medication, you can consult with a doctor about whether a booster injection is needed.