For Bottlefed Infants Offer Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) for 8 Hours
- ORS (eg. Pedialyte or the store brand) is a special electrolyte solution that can prevent dehydration. It's readily available in supermarkets and drug stores
- For vomiting 1 or 2 times, offer ½ strength formula for 2 feedings, then regular formula.
- For vomiting over 2 times, offer ORS for 8 hours. If ORS not available, use formula. Spoon or syringe feed small amounts: 1-2 teaspoons (5-10 ml) every 5 minutes.
- After 4 hours without vomiting, increase the amount.
- After 8 hours without vomiting, return to regular formula.
- For infants over 4 months old, also return to cereal, strained bananas, etc.
- Normal diet OK in 24-48 hours.
