Pedialyte Oral Electrolyte Maintenance Powder Variety Pack - 8-0.3oz Packets/Net Wt 2.4oz

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The only way to treat dehydration is to replace lost fluids and electrolytes. This may vary according to your age, how severe your dehydration is, and what caused it. For babies Recent research suggests that an ORS like Pedialyte is most beneficial in cases of moderate dehydration. Although it can also be used in less severe cases of dehydration, offering your child diluted juice followed by their preferred fluids may be sufficient ( 4). Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.

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To prevent dehydration, try to repeatedly sip or drink water throughout the day. It’s recommended that:

Because plain water is low in electrolytes, it’s usually less effective at treating moderate or severe cases of dehydration than an electrolyte-containing ORS like Pedialyte ( 2). Pedialyte is an OTC rehydration drink for both children and adults. It’s one of the most effective and safest treatments available for mild to moderate dehydration. Because it contains electrolytes, it’s more effective than drinking only water if you’ve lost a lot of fluids. If you or your child has lost a lot of fluid because of diarrhea or vomiting, you may need 4–8 servings (32 to 64 ounces) of Pedialyte a day to prevent dehydration. Exercise. When you exercise, particularly in a warm environment, you may lose more body fluid than usual through your sweat.

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If you find it difficult to measure fluid intake throughout the day, get into the habit of constantly sipping water as you go about your daily activities.For children who no longer drink breastmilk or formula, Pedialyte should be offered instead of water or other fluids whenever possible. Plus, to maintain its efficacy, it should not be diluted with other fluids like water, juice, or milk. Pedialyte also contains a specific concentration of sugar that has been shown to increase the absorption of fluid and electrolytes in the gut ( 1). summary

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Typically, it’s best to offer your child small, frequent sips every 15 minutes or so, increasing the amount as tolerated.Pedialyte should not be given to babies under the age of 1 without first talking to your pediatrician. Once opened or prepared, the drink should be refrigerated and consumed or discarded within 48 hours to reduce the risk of contamination with harmful bacteria. summary