What should I do if a child accidentally swallows a tablet of sodium valproate?

Patient's question:

Doctor, just now my child accidentally swallowed a tablet of sodium valproate. Will it affect him?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, if the baby has just eaten, you need to check the oral time. If the oral time is short, try to induce vomiting to perform gastric lavage. If the oral time is long, it is recommended to drink more water to promote excretion. You should also observe the child's clinical symptoms. If the child is generally in good condition and has a good mental state, you can let them drink water and wait for observation. Then you should take the baby to the hospital for induced vomiting or gastric lavage treatment, or enema.
Hello, at home, do not try to force the baby to vomit yourself, as this may cause choking. Quickly give the baby sweet water to help with excretion.

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