Is Pedialyte OK for babies?

Is Pedialyte OK for babies?

Pedialyte is generally considered safe for children over the age of 1 when properly mixed, stored in the refrigerator, and consumed or discarded within 48 hours. It should only be given to children under the age of 1 under medical supervision.

How do you calculate pediatric dehydration rate?

This is calculated by dividing the difference between the pre-illness and illness weights by the pre-illness weight, then multiplying by 100 (Table 5). For example, a 10-kg patient who has lost 1 kg is 10% dehydrated.

How is pediatric diarrhea treated?

To keep a child with diarrhea hydrated, offer plenty of fluids, such as:

1. Water.
2. Broth or soup.
3. Pediatric electrolyte solutions in liquid or freezer pop form.
4. Sports drinks, such as Gatorade or Powerade (choose low-sugar varieties)

How do I give my 6 month old Pedialyte?

Spoon or syringe feed 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of Pedialyte every 5 minutes. If your baby is urinating less frequently than normal, you can offer the baby an electrolyte solution between breast-feedings for a short time (6 to 24 hours). Do not give your child any medicines by mouth for 8 hours.

Can I give Pedialyte to my 9 month old?

For infants up to 10 months old, use Pedialyte® or Enfalyte®, Liquilytes® or generic electrolyte solution.

What is dehydration in Pediatrics?

The World Health Organization defines dehydration as a condition that results from excessive loss of body water. The most common causes of dehydration in children are vomiting and diarrhea.

How do you calculate IV fluids in pediatrics?

1. For infants 3.5 to 10 kg the daily fluid requirement is 100 mL/kg.
2. For children 11-20 kg the daily fluid requirement is 1000 mL + 50 mL/kg for every kg over 10.
3. For children >20 kg the daily fluid requirement is 1500 mL + 20 mL/kg for every kg over 20, up to a maximum of 2400 mL daily.