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Blood in baby poop
Hi my baby is 45 days old after delivery am having high bp so doctor suggested Nicardia Retard 20 mg. I can see blood streaks in baby poop does this medicine cause this side effects in baby since am breastfeeding
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This medicine is secreted in breastmilk in very low quantity, not enough to cause any effect. So don't be worried about breastfeeding and continue it , but do get a consult for baby regarding blood in stools.
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Please consult ur pediatrician for physical examination
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Dr. Jyothi
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It is not drug related as the minute quantities secreted in breastmilk donot cause any effects in baby
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Physical consultation for blood in stools
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Vadodara
Not necessarily
Mostly unrelated
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Dr. Alpana Meena
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Sawai Madhopur
Plz consult physically
Or share photos
Drug should not cause blood streaks
It could be different reason
Need complete history
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Consult physically for further management
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Dr. Rewati Sharma
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Faridabad
Visit nearby pediatrician for detailed physical evaluation
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