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S4 Ep75: Stomachs in (re)Flux: Pediatric Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

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Are You Giving Acid Suspension Instructions to Your Child?

The only thing that helps the vomiting are thickened feeds, says Dr. Michael Colle: "Bacrofen actually helps decreasing reflux" If you've been on acid suppression for more than three months, don't stop cold turkey because it will make you feel bad, he adds. The right way to give H2 blockers is 30 minutes before a feed; PPI should be taken half an hour after their first meal of the day. For dietary protein allergy and dairy-free dieting, doctors try to win them off medication by 12 months' age.

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