Fwd: Re: [feeding] pepto bismal is not recommended for children

[Guest guest]

Ill bet this is the reason Mics ped says No! what great opinions Im getting here

and I know that if Steve or I get this bug Im going for the imodium for us Im

not sure about Mic yet though.And Lori I like the low dose antibiotic idea for

winter.Mic has had another rough winter really, They give him high doses of

antibiotics and it really affects his behavior, Mics Ped would not agree.I like

him hes always there for us. If I called him at midnite hed call me right back.I

was hoping Mic getting ear tubes and tonsils and adnoids out would make a

difference but it really didnt.Thanks everyone this is great made me think about

causing more problems like constipation and we had some very rough times with

that along time ago. Still undecided but more informed.

Porch wrote: To: <feeding >

Date: Sun, 2 Apr 2006 20:40:22 -0400

Subject: Re: [feeding] Opinions please

Pepto Bismal is not recommended for children anymore!

Why is Pepto-Bismol no longer recommended for use in children?

As of spring 2004, the FDA requires the child dosing directions be removed from

the label of all anti-diarrheal products containing bismuth subsalicylate,

including Pepto-Bismol. The new dosing directions require that consumers speak

with a doctor before giving Pepto-Bismol to children under 12.

Can Pepto-Bismol cause Reyes syndrome?

The cause of Reye's syndrome is still not understood despite a tremendous amount

of research. However, the FDA-mandated warning for aspirin- and

non-aspirin-containing products states, " Children and teenagers should not use

this medicine for chicken pox or flu symptoms before a doctor is consulted about

Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness reported to be associated with

aspirin. " There is no aspirin in Pepto-Bismol. The active ingredient in

Pepto-Bismol is bismuth subsalicylate, a non-aspirin salicylate. Salicylates are

commonly used as flavoring agents in food (wintergreen). The United States Food

& Drug Administration's OTC Final Anti-Diarrheal Monograph states that there is

no definitive evidence that associates use of non-aspirin salicylates with an

increased risk of Reye's syndrome.

P & G has voluntarily included a Reye's syndrome label warning since 1985. P & G

includes this label warning to encourage consumers and parents to consult a

doctor for children and teenagers who have or are recovering from the flu or

chicken pox, if nausea or vomiting occurs. These symptoms can be an early sign

of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Those suffering from Reye's

syndrome should contact a doctor as soon as possible.

RE: [feeding] Opinions please

When my son has tummy pains I give him Pepto Bismo, but I don't know if you

can give this to a child with a Fundo.

Donna

Mom to and

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nolan

[Guest guest]

I saw that this was forwarded from " feeding " . Is this a Yahoo group and what is

it about?

Tina

I love someone with autism . . . April is Autism Awareness Month.

[Guest guest]

Yes Tina this is a feeding group from Yahoo. I get some great info there, for

instance I didnt know any moms of kids with Nissen surgery but I knew one of

them had to know more about it then me. Oh Nissen surgery is for severe acid

reflux.Theres alot of yahoo groups, one for apraxia, ABA, downsyndrome etc.I

have been on the lists of alot of them and if I have questions I get everyones

opinions. Mic has had so many different problems I stick to this group I call it

home, but the feeding group is really helpful to me although not undertanding

asd that well they are very supportive and eager to help. I just feel like this

is Mics group we belong here. We fit. Laurie I dont get emails from all these

groups but am a member so I can go in and ask questions and read thru threads.

Laurie