Your child is having acute gastroenteritis
Antibiotics are usually not needed unless we suspect a bacterial cause, but most commonly such infections are viral in origin. moreover they themselves cause loose stools a side effect.
Avoid juices, sodas, or sugary drinks as they can worsen diarrhea
Offer soft, easily digestible food like rice, banana, curd, or khichdi. Don’t force feed!
Ensure hygiene:Wash hands with soap after every diaper change and before feeding the child.
Ensure safe drinking water and avoid outside food.
Next Steps
Syp Zinc 20mg/5ml, give 5ml once daily for 14days
ORS sachet in 1L water after each loose stool
Syp Ondan 2mg/5ml, give 3ml sos
Tab Sporolac 1/2tab thrice daily
Syp PcT 6th hourly with tepid sponging
Health Tips
If your child shows signs of drowsiness, persistent vomiting, blood in stools, not passing urine, sunken eyes, or refuses to feed, visit Pediatrician soon