10 drugs that are dangerous for babies

Do you know of any medications that can be dangerous for your child? When your child is not feeling well, what medicine do you give them?

When you want to give your child any medicine, we recommend that you always consult your doctor first, whether it is Oriental medicine or Western medicine. The baby's body is still maturing, so the immune system is not as strong as the adult's. Your baby can completely be allergic to some herbs. It is best for oriental medicine, other herbal remedies, you should limit use for children.

Aspirin (pain reliever, fever reducer)

Aspirin is a medicine that your child should absolutely stay away from, except for cases prescribed by reputable places. Pediatric aspirin use risks Reye Syndrome - a rare but very serious syndrome that causes swelling of the liver and brain, more likely in children and teenagers who have recently had a viral infection beans, flu, respiratory infections, ...).

In the case of over-the-counter medications, check to see if the medicines you buy contain aspirin. Ideally, when your child is prescribed aspirin, try asking your doctor about other alternative drugs / methods.

Over-the-counter cold and flu medicine

When you have a cold, many people have the habit of buying medicine by themselves without going through a doctor. These drugs should not be used by children, especially babies in infancy. They do not make your baby healthier, but the side effects of drugs can seriously affect your baby, because his body is not strong enough to withstand these effects.

Medicines for adults

Remember that your child is not a friend, so never give your child a medication, either prescription or over-the-counter. Each age has different suitable drugs, adult medicine will definitely not suit the immune system and the child's body.

Medicines for others

When prescribing a prescription, the doctor takes into account such things as the patient's medical condition, weight, history, medical history. Unless your child is prescribed, never give another person's medication to your child. For them, the drug works, but for your child, there can be consequences.

Expired drug

The drug does not have a long shelf life, especially if not stored carefully. You should immediately quit obsolete drugs. Ingredients in the drug after the expiration date may change, and bring undesirable reactions for users.

Chewable medications

Medicines should be given to babies only. Chewable pills will make your baby choke.

Anti-nausea medicine

Do not administer antiemetics that are not properly prescribed. The antiemetic active ingredients in the drug have very strong side effects on the baby. In particular, pregnant mothers should also pay attention when using this drug.

Most antiemetics have bismuth subsalicylate (a substance used for stomach problems, improper use can cause bleeding) in the ingredients. Side effects of bismuth subsalicylate include tinnitus and clay-colored stools. For adults, this is not too much of a problem. However, for children it is a lot different.

Ipecac

Ipecac is a medicine commonly used to induce vomiting in critical situations such as poisoning or poisoning. However, doctors have concluded that in the above cases, vomiting is not a good way. There is a risk that the child will continue to vomit even after the poison has been expelled. In infants, using Ipecac can also cause dehydration.

Allergy medicine

Do not give allergy medicine to your child arbitrarily. Active antihistamines (antihistamines) present in the drug easily cause undesirable effects in the newborn. Many allergy symptoms will go away on their own as they get older.

Honey

Honey itself is not a medicine, but honey appears much in some folk remedies. In honey there are polio spores. When entering the body, these bacterial spores grow and release toxins. Anyone who eats honey takes these spores into the body, but adults and older children will handle this bacteria better than babies.

Always consult your doctor before giving your child any medications, even those that you were still taking as a child. Currently, many manufacturers seek to increase profits by producing poor quality drugs. Protect your child.

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