South Africa
A 40-year-old male asked:
My two week old baby is suffering colic and gas. we are giving her telement drops and it seems to be helping her. for how long should we continue to give her drops?
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Dr. Amrita Dosanjhanswered
Pediatrics and Pediatric Pulmonology 37 years experience
As needed: The drops may be used as needed, but I would recommend burping her mid feed and after the feeding, since this may be helpful. If there is a fever of 100.4 or higher, difficulty feeding, vomiting or other symptoms, please see your pediatrician.
74 viewsAnswered May 23, 2020
Last updated May 23, 2020
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