We as parents are very cautious when it comes to our kids’ health. With the increase in cases again, it becomes very important for us to see to it that our kids are safe. Also, with the monsoon, kids are prone to getting sick.
Even though we know which medicines are to be given for which situation. Sometimes we have some doubts and questions that we don’t know whom to ask. Sometimes, there are even some general things that we don’t know about medicines when it comes to kids. Like this question.
Can Medicines Be Given To Kids On An Empty Stomach?
Many people may have many different opinions on this topic. So, it might get confusing at times. The best is to get answers from the experts and so we did! Dr. Nihar Parekh who has given us many of his insights and knowledge before shared some common FAQs and myths about giving medicines to kids.
He very simply explains the dos and don’ts and gives helpful tips and suggestions that are life-savers!
So, here’s what he says about this question:
- In kids, all meds can be given on an empty stomach unless specified by a pediatrician.
- When kids are sick, appetite is the first to go and last to come back. Don’t force feed.
- All meds can be mixed with food or any liquid unless specifications are given.
- Take a little quantity of food and mix the medicine in that. First, feed that food and then the rest.
- Medicines for kids come in two ways- suspensions and dry syrup. For suspension, shake the bottle well before giving the dose. For dry syrup, it come with sterile water. Make sure to add a little sterile water first and make a thick syrup and then add rest of the water. This avoids lumping of the powder.
Hope this was helpful. This information is very important, especially in this season. Share this article with your fellow parents and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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