Vomiting

Home Care Advice - For Bottlefed Infants Offer Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) for 8 Hours

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.

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