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Constipation and mucus
My 16 month old baby 8 kg...is always constipated and pass stool every 2 to 3 days ...i contact he pediatrics and he prescribed colax 3ml to 4 ml...once daily at night for 7 days...after giving yesterday he pooped in the morning and then passed stool two more times which is mucus...should i stop or continue the medicine.
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Passing stools once every 2–3 days does not necessarily mean constipation. What matters more is whether the stools are hard, painful or difficult to pass.
After starting a laxative, some babies may pass stools more frequently or develop loose stools. However, mucus in stools is not always due to the medicine.
Since your baby has passed stools three times, including mucus, I would suggest contacting your pediatrician before giving the next dose of Colax. The dose may need adjustment depending on stool consistency.
Please do not continue or increase the laxative without reviewing the symptoms.
Also, ensure adequate water intake, offer fruits like papaya, pear and prunes, and include fibre-rich foods in the diet.
If mucus persists, or there is blood in stools, fever, vomiting, abdominal distension or significant abdominal pain, get your baby examined.
Could you please tell me whether the stools are hard or watery and whether the mucus is present separately or mixed with stools?
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You can reduce the dose and give it once a day. But if the frequency of stools are increased with blood and mucus if any consult your paediatrician. Maintain hydration.
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The Colax Syrup may be causing rapid bowel clearance, resulting in residual mucus.
However, multiple loose or mucus-filled stools can also suggest the dosage needs a slight adjustment.
Keep your baby well-hydrated with plenty of water and regular milk feeds to prevent dehydration.
Closely monitor the infant for red flags like fever, vomiting, blood in stool, or lethargy.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
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Pune
Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.
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