🎙️ This week on the D2D Podcast: Get ready for Part 2 of Dr. Scott’s Medicine Cabinet series! We’re opening up the cupboard to share essential over-the-counter medications every parent should have on hand.
Introduction:
- Brief overview of the episode’s topic, discussing the importance of having essential over-the-counter medications on hand for children’s healthcare needs.
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Recap of Part 1: Click here for full episode
- Quick recap of last week’s episode covering pain/fever and allergy medications.
- Encouragement to check out Part 1 if you missed it.
Discussion of Tummy Medications:
Miralax (Polyethylene Glycol): Used to relieve constipation and promote regular bowel movements in children.
Dramamine: Effective for managing car sickness and nausea in kids.
Pepto-Bismol (Bismuth Subsalicylate)/Tums: Relieves symptoms of upset stomach, indigestion, and diarrhea in children.
Discussion of Tummy Medications:
Moisturizing Lotion: Not a medication but essential for skin care, especially during rashes or irritation.
Zinc Oxide Paste: Soothes and protects the skin, preventing diaper rashes in infants and young children.
Hydrocortisone Cream: Relieves itching and inflammation in children, especially for skin-related issues.
Other Mentioned Medications:
- Cough medicine for managing cough symptoms.
- Children’s multivitamins for overall health support.
- Children’s probiotics for digestive health and a healthy gut microbiome.
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