Is it safe and appropriate for my 19-month-old son, who has recurring watery diarrhea, to stop taking Aptivate and Cypon and start taking Powergyl alongside Enterogermina and Econorm, and then restart the Aptivate and Cypon syrups only after he recovers? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Is it safe and appropriate for my 19-month-old son, who has recurring watery diarrhea, to stop taking Aptivate and Cypon and start taking Powergyl alongside Enterogermina and Econorm, and then restart the Aptivate and Cypon syrups only after he recovers?

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Is it safe and appropriate for my 19-month-old son, who has recurring watery diarrhea, to stop taking Aptivate and Cypon and start taking Powergyl alongside Enterogermina and Econorm, and then restart the Aptivate and Cypon syrups only after he recovers?

Asked by Female, 32 · 19 days ago

Y. Lakshmi Thulasi

Pharm-D (Post baccalaureate)

19 days ago

Yes, it is appropriate to temporarily stop the appetite syrups, Aptivate and Cypon, while he is unwell. You can safely give the probiotics, Enterogermina and Econorm, to help soothe his gut. However, please do not start Powergyl without consulting his pediatrician first, as watery diarrhea is often viral and antibiotics may not be necessary. Focus on keeping him hydrated with Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) and plenty of fluids. Once he fully recovers and his stools are normal, you can consult his doctor about restarting the appetite syrups. Please have him evaluated by a pediatrician soon.

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Is it safe and appropriate for my 19-month-old son, who has recurring watery diarrhea, to stop taking Aptivate and Cypon and start taking Powergyl alongside Enterogermina and Econorm, and then restart the Aptivate and Cypon syrups only after he recovers?

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