Patient's question:
At nine months, should a baby take the clarithromycin granules for oral suspension before or after meals? Nine and a half-month-old baby. Diarrhea for the fourth day, routine stool white blood cells 8-12, occult blood ++, the hospital prescribed clarithromycin granules for oral suspension.What help is needed: Should clarithromycin granules for oral suspension be taken before or after meals, and how long should the time interval be with mealtime.
Doctor's answer:
According to the patient's condition description, it mainly involves the recurrence of nausea and vomiting, as well as the presence of white blood cells and red blood cells in the stool. Currently, the main issue is to consult further measures for resolution.1. Considering the characteristics of the patient's condition, the recurrence of such symptoms should be considered potentially caused by infectious factors leading to acute enteritis.
2. For this situation, timely treatment should be provided under the guidance of a doctor, including appropriate antibiotic therapy to address the symptoms and thoroughly eliminate infectious factors.
3. Medications such as Montmorillonite Powder and Pediatric Anti-Diarrheal Granules can also be used in combination for treatment. It is important to drink plenty of water during daily care. If the condition worsens, it is necessary to promptly seek intravenous treatment at a local hospital.