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Gastrointestinal (GI) Medications

Digestive disorders (e.g., upset stomach, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea) are common in children. These disorders often are caused by a virus or by something the child has eaten and usually do not require medical treatment.

When a child has a minor digestive disorder, pediatricians often advise parents to offer small amounts of clear liquids (e.g., broth, ginger ale), ice chips, soft foods (e.g., gelatin), and bland foods (e.g., crackers, dry toast, r...Read the full article