9 Medicines for Children’s Nausea and Vomiting, Give Them Immediately Before They Get Dehydrated

Without realizing it, it turns out that around us there are many anti-nausea and vomiting medicines for children.

Namely ginger, cloves, and one thing that you definitely have in your house is water!

Yes, when your little one experiences nausea and vomiting, don’t panic straight away, Mom.

You can simply reduce nausea and stop vomiting with the following anti-nausea and vomiting medication for children.

Beware of Dehydration When Children Have Nausea and Vomit

Nausea is a sensation of vomiting that will be expelled from the mouth, generally often accompanied by autonomic changes, such as salivation and increased heart rate.

Nausea and vomiting usually occur sequentially, and can also occur separately.

For example, vomiting occurs without prior nausea as a result of increased intracranial pressure (pressure within the head cavity), or nausea is not always followed by vomiting.

Normally vomiting is a protective mechanism that provides a means to expel potential toxins from the body.

However, in some cases, it can also indicate a serious illness.

For example, if there is a problem of intestinal obstruction where the child’s vomit contains blood or bile – this needs to be checked by a doctor immediately.

Vomiting attacks in children are generally harmless, and will pass quickly – usually the cause is food poisoning .

However, when babies or children vomit, the most worrying thing is that they are dehydrated.

Compared to adults, children who experience vomiting become dehydrated more quickly.

Signs of dehydration:

Looks very tired and weak Fussy Dry mouth Fewer tears when crying Skin feels cold Eyes appear sunken Very infrequent urination and the urine is dark yellow

If your child shows some of the symptoms above, immediately provide first aid for dehydration at home.

List of Children’s Nausea and Vomiting Medications

This is a list of medicines for nausea and vomiting in children that you can give at home, according to the pageWebMD.

1. White Water

Vomiting can cause dehydration in your little one. To prevent and relieve dehydration, try to keep your child drinking.

However, suggest he drink a small amount first.

Start with a sip of water or a few tablespoons every few minutes – you can substitute ice cubes for the water.

Even if vomiting continues, even though the fluid intake is still small, some of the fluid will still be optimally absorbed into the body.

As time goes by, if ParentsGive him drinks regularly, the fluids in his body will continue to increase and hydrate his body.

Afterwards, make sure your little one urinates regularly.

2. Lemon Soda

For many years old people believed that lemon or lime soda andginger aleable to replace fluids lost in a child’s body due to vomiting or diarrhea – and many doctors still recommend it.

3. Rehydration Solution

Some studies suggest that oral rehydration solutions or electrolyte fluids are better for children.

This drink, which is made from a rehydration solution, offers the right amount of sugar and salt for a child’s body needs, and is easier to digest and offers nutrients that can increase energy in a child’s body.

Alternatively, Parentscan provide sports drinks mixed with water in equal proportions.

However, before giving electrolyte fluids , it is a good idea to give your child water to drink first. 

The following is an estimate of the need for oral fluids and electrolytes based on the child’s body weight, according to the pageHealthy Children.

 

Weight

Minimum Daily Fluid Requirements

Recommended Electrolyte Solutions for Mild Diarrhea

(for 24 hours)

 

2.7–3.15 Kg

300 ml

380 ml

 

4.95 Kg

450ml

690 ml

 

9.9 Kg

750 ml

1,200 ml

 

11.7 Kg

840 ml

1,320 ml

 

14.85 Kg

960 ml

1,530 ml

 

18 Kg

1,140 ml

1,830 ml

*Notes:This is the smallest amount of fluid a normal child needs. Most children drink more than this.

4. Fruit Juice

You can make juice from some fruits, which have the same benefits as the liquids above, namely apple or cranberry juice.

5. Clear Broth

As a replacement for fluids and to increase energy, Parentscan give him clear broth. Give the broth at a lukewarm temperature.

6. Medicines

Vomiting in children usually goes away over time.

So, instead of giving him over-the-counter medication straight away, it’s a good idea to treat your little one with simple children’s nausea and vomiting medication as described above.

On the other hand, over-the-counter medications may not necessarily help cure nausea and vomiting.

Especially if the cause is a virus, plus the impact of the side effects that may arise.

Treatment for nausea and vomiting in adults is generally different for children. In children, doctors usually prescribe this type of medication –reportingMSD Manuals:

Promethazine is an H1 receptor blocker (antihistamine) that inhibits the response of the vomiting center to peripheral stimulants. It is a drug intended for children under 2 years of age at a dose of 0.25 to 1 mg/kg (maximum 25 mg) orally, and taken every 4 to 6 hours. Prochlorperazine is a weak dopamine receptor blocker that suppresses the chemoreceptor trigger zone. It can be consumed by children under 2 years of age weighing 9-13 kg 2.5 mg orally every 12-24 hours; then children weighing 13-18 kg 2.5 mg orally every 8-12 hours; children weighing 18-39 kg 2.5 mg orally every 8 hours; children weighing more than 39 kg 5-0 mg orally every 6-8 hours. Metoclopramide is a dopamine receptor antagonist that works both centrally and peripherally by increasing gastric motility and decreasing afferent impulses to the chemoreceptor trigger zone. The dose is 0.1 mg/kg orally every 6 hours (maximum 10 mg/dose). Ondansetron is a selective serotonin (5-HT3) receptor blocker that inhibits the initiation of the peripheral gag reflex. It can be consumed by children aged 2-4 years at a dose of 2 mg/kg every 8 hours; aged 4-11 years at a dose of 4 mg every 8 hours; over 12 years at 8 mg every 8 hours. 7. Ginger

Ginger has been used for thousands of years to relieve pain and upset stomachs.

Researchers believe the chemicals in ginger work in the stomach, intestines, brain and nervous system to control nausea.

Ginger is safe to give to children over 2 years of age.

If you are unsure, consult your pediatrician.

8. Acupressure

This method, which is similar to ancient Chinese acupuncture, has helped many people relieve nausea.

Acupressure applies pressure to one part of the body to bring about changes in another part of the body.

To try this method on a child, use your middle and index fingers to press the groove between the two large tendons on the inside of their wrist, starting at the palm of their hand.

This method is said to be efficacious in relieving children’s nausea.

9. Avoid Heavy Foods

After vomiting, do not immediately consume heavy or solid foods for the first 24 hours to avoid the possibility of further vomiting.

Because solid food often stimulates children to vomit again.

Instead of giving him heavy food, Parentscan give agar-agar to your little one.

The ingredients needed are 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of agar-agar powder (flavored gelatin) and 4 ounces of water.

Mix the two ingredients, then bring to a boil. After that, remove from heat and let cool.

This fluid will not only help prevent dehydration, but will also help stop your little one from vomiting.

Causes of Nausea and Vomiting in Children

Give your child very small amounts of water after vomiting.

Explained on the pageMSD Manuals, the causes of vomiting vary according to the child’s age.

The levels also range from “harmless” to potentially “life-threatening.”

Baby

Vomiting in infants usually consists of spitting up small amounts (usually <5 to 10 mL) during or immediately after feeding and often during burping.

The term vomiting in babies is often called gumoh. There are several causes, namely:

Breastfeeding too fast Swallowing too much air Drinking too much milk More serious health problems in infants (neonates), such as acute viral gastroenteritis, gastroesophageal reflux, pyloric stenosis, intestinal obstruction (eg, meconium ileus, volvulus, intestinal atresia, stenosis), or intussusception (usually occurs in infants aged 3-36 months) Older Children

The most common causes of nausea and vomiting in children are:

Acute viral gastroenteritis Nongastrointestinal infections that can cause multiple episodes of vomiting Serious infections such as meningitis and pyelonephritis Acute abdominal pain such as appendicitis Increased intracranial pressure secondary to a space-occupying lesion, for example caused by trauma or a tumor. Cyclic vomiting Teenager

Meanwhile, in adolescents, the causes of vomiting can also be related to pregnancy, eating disorders, and consuming toxins (eg, acetaminophen, iron, ethanol).

When to Call a Doctor?

It’s time for your child to get medical attention if he or she experiences these:

Under 12 weeks old Vomiting more than once for more than 8 hours Showing signs of dehydration, orParentssuspect that the child has eaten or drunk something poisonous Like confusion or dazed High fever Headache A rash appeared on his skin His neck feels stiff Complaining of stomach ache There is blood or bile in the vomit, or Parentsthink the child may have appendicitis It was hard to wake up from sleep and looked very weak.

If your little one experiences the above symptoms, he or she may have a serious health problem. Take your child to the doctor immediately.

Remedies for Nausea and Vomiting
https://www.webmd.com/children/ss/nausea-vomiting-remedies-treatment#

Nausea and Vomiting in Infants and Children
https://www.msdmanuals.com/professional/pediatrics/symptoms-in-infants-and-children/nausea-and-vomiting-in-infants-and-children

Treating Vomiting
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/abdominal/Pages/treating-vomiting.aspx

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