Depending on the variant the manufacturer recommends pediasure for children from two years to 13 years 2.
Is pedialyte good for 1 year olds.
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.
There is no manufacturer recommendation for the correct dosage.
The aap has some additional advice on how to manage these illnesses here.
Instead let your doctor know that your child is sick and give your child pedialyte based on their suggestions.
We recommend asking about possible side effects dosage and how to continue nursing.
This is because dehydration is especially dangerous in babies so young so if you suspect that your baby is dehydrated it s probably not wise to skip the hospital visit.
Continue for as long as diarrhea is present.
For children 1 year and older.
Begin with small frequent sips every 15 minutes increasing serving size as tolerated.
Pedialyte is a product for children but it s not made for babies under one year old.
To maintain proper hydration 4 8 servings 32 to 64 fl oz of pedialyte may be needed per day.
Pedialyte is an excellent way to combat dehydration even in babies under 1 year.
The use of pediasure for babies up to one year of age is not recommended 3.
If your child is younger than two years then the brand advises a pediatric consultation before use.
It should only be given to children.
How to give pediasure to your child.