Why did the child vomit after taking lead chelation medication?

Patient's question:

A few days ago, the child had a thorough check-up for lead 60, and the doctor recommended taking a lead-extracting medicine, Fibrokin. Yesterday morning, after taking the medicine, the child ate dinner, but soon vomited while eating. Last night, after dinner, when taking the medicine again, the child vomited after just a few sips. Today has been mostly normal, but last night after taking a dose of cod liver oil, the child vomited immediately after finishing it. I don't know what is wrong with the child.

Doctor's answer:

The baby vomited after taking the lead-extracting medication. It's possible that the baby is too sensitive to this medication. In this case, we can wait and see or pay attention to any changes in the gastrointestinal tract. It's also possible that it's a symptom of catching a cold. Currently, oral medication treatment is needed, along with digestive and antioxidant supplements, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin B6, and beta-carotene. Increasing protein intake can help detoxify lead.

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