Feeding medication to babies is a very troublesome task, especially for novice parents. Some parents complain that their babies cry and refuse to take medicine, so they want to feed them while they are asleep. But is it really good to do this, and is there any danger involved? Now let's talk about the hazards of feeding medication to babies when they are asleep.
When a baby is asleep, their swallowing function is inhibited. Feeding them medication at this time can easily cause choking, and in severe cases, it can even lead to suffocation and death. So, never give medication while your baby is sleeping, the consequences can be unimaginable. Medications can easily enter the trachea and pose a danger. If a child suffocates and lacks oxygen for a period of time, even if they are rescued, their brain cells will still be damaged, which may cause irreversible sequelae.
The correct way to administer medication is to have the baby sit up or support their upper body in a semi lying position while they are awake, and then slowly coax them to swallow the medication. Nowadays, there are professional drug feeders available in pharmacies or online, which can control the dosage and dosage of each feeding, effectively preventing choking on babies.
If the baby cries or coughs while feeding medication, causing choking, you can tilt the baby's head to one side and then tap the back to make the baby spit out the medication. When feeding the baby, reduce the amount at once and feed multiple times to facilitate swallowing. Try to use medication such as granules or liquids that are easy to swallow, and do not give babies tablets.
