Pong-tai is a 12-month-old child who is being treated with amoxicillin for acute otitis media. His parents call the clinic and say he has developed diarrhea. The appropriate action would be to:

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Diarrhea is a common side effect of amoxicillin, and typically resolves on its own. Advising the parents that this is normal and recommending probiotics can be a helpful strategy. Changing the antibiotic is not necessary unless the diarrhea is severe or persistent. Stool cultures are not indicated unless there are other signs of infection or suspicion of a different pathogen. Recommending increased fluids and fiber may help with diarrhea but is not specific to this case.

Pong-Tai Is a 12-Month-Old Child Who Is Being Treated with Amoxicillin