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Suggest Medication For A 3-year-old Suffering From Constipation
Question: hi my toddler daughter 3 year old suffering from consitpation.any medicine suggested for same
Brief Answer:
Lactulose syrup
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
Treatment depends on the extent of constipation.
Usually children pass stools when they are given adequate amount of water and juices. Abdominal massage helps. I personally recommend the "ILU" massage. Prunes are also helpful.
If that does not work, lactulose syrup 1.5 ml one or two times a day.
If this does not help then rectal suppositories will need to be used. Consultation of a pediatrician will be needed.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
Lactulose syrup
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for your query.
Treatment depends on the extent of constipation.
Usually children pass stools when they are given adequate amount of water and juices. Abdominal massage helps. I personally recommend the "ILU" massage. Prunes are also helpful.
If that does not work, lactulose syrup 1.5 ml one or two times a day.
If this does not help then rectal suppositories will need to be used. Consultation of a pediatrician will be needed.
Hope it helps.
Dr Vaishalee
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj
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