Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. No , it is not recommended to use powergyl without prescription of a doctor , more ever it is one of most misused medicine for diarrhoea . What your baby needs is plenty of fluids and ORS and zinc . Do consult your health care provider is there is high fever , very frequent and large stools , less urine or baby dull or irritable or otherwise appears sick. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. *Always check for history of allergy before taking any medicine. Take care. • DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only , it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination , it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor. This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before acting anything based on this information do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination