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My niece is 10 months old and had diarrhea 4 times.. what is the dosage for pedialyte that we should use?

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Dr. Charles Rocamboli answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

None: Pedialyte is for vomiting more so than diarrhea. I do know pediatrician a that say it can make diarrhea worse. Follow up with your pediatrician if it continues for a couple of days. If it resolves without intervention then don't sweat it. Make sure you continue to feed and keep you baby hydrated.

Answered 4/29/2017

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As much as it takes: Pedialyte is an oral rehydration solution used to help treat dehydration. It's ok to give for diarrhea. But the most important thing is to make sure that she is getting enough liquids to prevent dehydration. There is no magic volume to give. If she is looking ill or listless, or sleeping a lot or not making tears or has a dry mouth see a doctor right away.

Answered 2/3/2017

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