It may also be indicated for high fever, excessive sweating, or poor fluid intake during illness 3. 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. However, mild or moderate cases of dehydration can often be treated at home. In fact, in these cases, oral rehydration appears as effective as intravenous IV fluids at treating dehydration 3. 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. Symptoms and levels of dehydration can be difficult to recognize in babies and young children.
They include 5 , 6 :. The severity of dehydration can progress rapidly, especially in babies. Pedialyte should only be given to children under the age of 1 under the supervision of a medical provider. When given to children with diarrhea or vomiting in place of other fluids, Pedialyte may reduce the need for hospitalization.
Babies under 1 should be given Pedialyte alongside breastfeeding or formula feeding, but only under medical guidance. Pedialyte can be purchased in several forms, including ready-to-drink solutions, powdered packages to mix with water, and popsicles. In infants and young children, the beverage should be used as a complement to breastfeeding or formula feeding rather than as a replacement for them 3. The optimal dose of Pedialyte is influenced by a variety of factors.
Infants under the age of 1 should only be given this drink under medical supervision. That said, a small proportion of children may be allergic to some of its ingredients. With this in mind, you can give your child about 2. Understanding clinical dehydration and its treatment. Journal of the American Medical Directors Association, 9 5 , It is advised that you introduce this slowly over the course of a few minutes, starting with a teaspoon at a time.
If your baby vomits, wait one hour before attempting to give them any more fluids. J Understanding clinical dehydration and its treatment. Allergic reactions to Pedialyte are uncommon. However, seek medical assistance if you notice your baby is:. Pedialyte is effective because the formula is finely tuned to have the appropriate amounts of electrolytes and sugars per dosing amount.
By using juices or other beverages, the balance of ingredients can easily be thrown off. This could make the Pedialyte less effective at best, and harmful at worst. Allowing your baby too much sugar runs the risk of fluid being drawn back into the intestinal tract, thus making diarrhea worse.
Journal of Research in Interactive Marketing. Breastfeeding provides your baby with much-needed comfort, and our little ones need to feel reassured when feeling sick. We do not think your child needs an IV right now. An ORS replaces the electrolytes and fluids that your child needs. Sports drinks and home remedies should not be used instead. ORS store brands are just as good as a brand name. You can buy ORS in liquid or powder form or as popsicles at most pharmacies without a prescription.
ORS should not be given as the only fluid for more than 6 hours. Do not dilute or mix an ORS with formula. Do not give teas or broths. These liquids do not have the right mix of electrolytes and can make diarrhea worse. Should I continue breastfeeding while giving my baby Pedialyte? While it is recommended that an infant or child continue breastfeeding during bouts of diarrhea and vomiting, since each situation is different, we suggest consulting with your health care provider to determine the best course of action for your child.
Can I mix Pedialyte with water? Apple juice? Ginger ale? Pedialyte's specific blend of minerals and nutrients contains appropriate and balanced amounts of sugars and electrolytes in a particular quantity of fluid.
This formulation is important for maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in children who have abnormal losses, such as can happen with diarrhea. If other fluids are added, the quantities and ratios of electrolytes and sugars may be altered, making the product less effective.
Additionally, adding other sweetened fluids could draw water back into the intestine and make diarrhea even worse. Therefore, no other fluids should be mixed with Pedialyte unless recommended by a health care professional. And it's important to note that when mixing Pedialyte Powder Packs, only 8 fl oz of water should be used per serving.
Why does Pedialyte need to be discarded in 48 hours? For example, if someone touches the surface from which the product is poured, any bacteria on the person's hands can be transferred to the product. This is called touch contamination. The bacteria grow slowly at refrigerator temperatures, but over time, the amount of bacteria can become significant.
Children with gastroenteritis are at increased risk of a second infection from these bacteria as their immune system is already working to fight the gastroenteritis. Can I freeze Pedialyte not the Freezer Pops? We do not recommend freezing any of our Pedialyte products unless they are specifically designed to be frozen, like Pedialyte Freezer Pops.
0コメント