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Can children get sick from to much pedialyte?

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Dr. Keith Ramsey answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine

Yes: It should not be the only source of diet from more than 48 hours. As long as other foods are added it can be continued a little longer. It only contains a small amount of sugar, electrolytes and water. It is not a complete food source and would lead to malnutrition if continued too long, or not used along with other foods and milk.

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Answered 12/17/2019

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At what age can an infant start drinking water and how much? For example, if the child is sick, can you given them only pedialyte?

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Is there any other drink/anyway to get hydrated other than water? I just can't drink as much as i should, i get so full and bloated! pedialyte or som?

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I get nauseated a lot, I think I'm dehydrated. I drink water mostly. I was wondering how much pedialyte I can have daily for regular dehydration?

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Why do i crave salt so much ? When i have to use a laxative occasionally for I.B.S, i feel like i am going to pass out.My heart beats real hard , i get real thirsty. The only thing that helps is Pedialyte. Whats wrong?

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My infant is showing signs of dehydration. When do I call the doctor? My baby has been ill and is having fewer wet diapers than normal. Ive tried to give her pedialyte, but she isnt taking much of it. At what point do I need to call her pediatrician?

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