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One kid (8yr) vomiting thrsday night, 5yr old kid vomiting tonight (strday)... 8yr old ok now after 2 rough days, any way to make it easier on 5yr old?

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Hydration: Focus on hydration. Clear liquids (water, electrolyte replacement drinks), small sips fairly frequently. Don't push or even try solids until the vomiting has stopped. Make sure they are voiding (peeing) several times per day. If at any point they seem to be getting dehydrated, off to the ED you go.

Answered 12/15/2014

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Clears and zofran (ondansetron): Make sure you give pt clear fluids only and can try zofran (ondansetron) 4 mg 2-3x/day to decrease nausea and vomiting. Give it some time. You need a prescription for zofran (ondansetron)

Answered 12/15/2014

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