Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition

The Korean Society of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (대한소아소화기영양학회)
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The Rational Use of Drugs in the Management of Diarrhea in Children

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  • Yom, Hye Won (Department of Pediatrics, Seoul Metropolitan Dong-bu Hospital)
  • 염혜원 (서울특별시 동부병원 소아청소년과)
  • Received : 2009.10.31
  • Accepted : 2009.11.06
  • Published : 20091100
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Abstract

Worldwide, diarrhea remains one of the most common illnesses among children. Oral rehydration therapy (ORT) is the cornerstone of diarrhea treatment. Yet, the rates at which ORT is used are still disappointingly low. Additional treatment interventions include antimotility drugs, antisecretary drugs, adsorbents, probiotics, antibiotics, oral immunoglobulin, micronutrient supplementation. Drugs are generally not necessary. However, selected probiotics may reduce the duration and intensity of diarrhea. Zinc is beneficial especially to malnourished children with diarrhea. Antibiotic treatment is effective mainly in shigella and cholera infection. Other drugs may be effective but require further investigations.

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