2-month-old baby with favism and cold medicine

Children with favism need to be particularly cautious when using cold medications, especially for babies under 2 months old. Drugs that may induce hemolytic crisis should be avoided, such as aspirin and aminopyrine containing antipyretic and analgesic ingredients, as well as sulfonamides and furans in the antibiotic class.

For a 2-month-old baby, when cold symptoms appear, the first thing to do is to observe the severity of the symptoms. If it is just a mild runny nose or low fever, it can be improved by non-drug methods such as feeding more water and maintaining appropriate indoor humidity. If the symptoms are more serious, such as persistent high fever or shortness of breath, a pediatrician should be consulted in time. When medication is needed, the doctor may recommend some drugs that have undergone strict risk assessment. For example, acetaminophen can be safely used to reduce fever, but the dosage must be clearly defined before use and follow the doctor's orders. Some medicinal saline nasal sprays can also help relieve nasal congestion, but other common cold medicines, such as cold syrups, should be avoided at will because their ingredients may be harmful to children with favism.

For a 2-month-old baby, when cold symptoms appear, the first thing to do is to observe the severity of the symptoms. If it is just a mild runny nose or low fever, it can be improved by non-drug methods such as feeding more water and maintaining appropriate indoor humidity. If the symptoms are more serious, such as persistent high fever or shortness of breath, a pediatrician should be consulted in time. When medication is needed, the doctor may recommend some drugs that have undergone strict risk assessment. For example, acetaminophen can be safely used to reduce fever, but the dosage must be clearly defined before use and follow the doctor's orders. Some medicinal saline nasal sprays can also help relieve nasal congestion, but other common cold medicines, such as cold syrups, should be avoided at will because their ingredients may be harmful to children with favism.

The key to caring for a cold in a child with favism is to avoid using banned drugs and ensure safety. Parents should also provide a comfortable environment for their baby, supplement with breast milk or formula milk, and ensure adequate nutrition. If symptoms do not improve or worsen, you should go to the hospital as soon as possible for further examination and treatment, and do not try to use any drugs on your own. If a hemolytic crisis is confirmed, immediate hospitalization is required, including intervention measures such as infusion or blood transfusion to stabilize the condition.