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Autism And Illness

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Nikki27

Now that we are in the middle of cold and flu season (and also Covid) I wanted to get some tips or advice about giving meds to young autistic children who are non-verbal. It’s a challenge for us to even know what ails my son because he doesn’t communicate well.

Right now, he’s had a bad cold for a week and I took him to the doctor and he also has an ear infection. They prescribed antibiotics in liquid form but I can’t disguise it in chocolate milk because the taste is too strong. The… read more

February 3
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A MyAutismTeam Member

Some pharmacies can add flavors. Make sure to tell your doctor so they can do liquid meds. For some reason the flavor in liquid augmenting my son hates and we just have to let him sip a little and keep adding more juice, milk, whatever. He will take a chewable grape Tylenol at 13 but nothing else. It is somewhat limiting but not impossible. Just make sure your care team knows. Some docs say you can crush a pill, other's not and I think different meds are different about that.

February 4
A MyAutismTeam Member

It’s so difficult. I am really worried for when this day comes for us as well. Last time, we had it made into a suppository. That may be an option!

February 3
A MyAutismTeam Member

I’m in the same boat my daughter refuses to take medicine.

February 3
A MyAutismTeam Member

Great idea! I’ll ask my doctor and/or pharmacist. Thanks!

February 3

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