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Could Diarrhea Be Due To Coca Cola And Redbull?
my 2 year old got ahold my my redbull last night drank half of a 8oz can and this morning she drank about 12oz of coca cola. she had 2 hard bowel movments this morning then this afternoon she had diarrhea 4 times with no fever. could it be from the drinks
Thu, 29 May 2014
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Red bull and coca cola have cathartic action on intestine and increase bowel frequency.
They are to be avoided in children less than 5 years of age.
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Red bull and coca cola have cathartic action on intestine and increase bowel frequency.
They are to be avoided in children less than 5 years of age.
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
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