Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Pedialyte Liquid

Pedialyte Liquid

Generic nameElectrolyte replacement solution
Drug classminerals and electrolytes
Formsoral packet, oral powder for solution, oral powder for suspension, oral solution, oral tablet

Pedialyte is an oral electrolyte replacement solution. It is used to replace fluids and minerals like sodium and potassium that are lost due to diarrhea and vomiting, and it helps prevent or treat dehydration.

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General information, not medical advice

Your prescriber and the leaflet in your pack know your situation. This page does not.

  • Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
  • Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
  • Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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