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What Are The Repercussions Of Accidentally Swallowing Flutibact Ointment?
Question: my 15 months old son has swallowed some flutibact ointment in afternoon. after that he vomited 3 times till now. he is feeling good now but should i consult a doctor immediately or shall i wait for some more time and observe him?
Brief Answer:
No immediate threat to your baby.Watch for another 24 hours.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir/Madam,
I understand your concern.
Since he vomited thrice,much of the drug might have been removed from the body.
Since he is currently okay,you need not worry much.
Since Flutibact is a steroidal ointment,there is a possibility of serum electrolyte disturbances.
Hence keep a watch on baby general behavior,urine output for next 24 hours.
Call for doctor's help only if there is a change in above parameters.
Adequate hydrate your child through ORS .
As of now,there seems to be no immediate threat.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you
No immediate threat to your baby.Watch for another 24 hours.
Detailed Answer:
Hi Sir/Madam,
I understand your concern.
Since he vomited thrice,much of the drug might have been removed from the body.
Since he is currently okay,you need not worry much.
Since Flutibact is a steroidal ointment,there is a possibility of serum electrolyte disturbances.
Hence keep a watch on baby general behavior,urine output for next 24 hours.
Call for doctor's help only if there is a change in above parameters.
Adequate hydrate your child through ORS .
As of now,there seems to be no immediate threat.
Post your further queries if any.
Thank you
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