Treatment for dehydration may include:
- Medications to control vomiting
- Medications to control diarrhea
- Clear liquid diet
- Oral rehydration therapy:
- Drink clear liquids only, such as water, sports drinks (Gatorade), fruit juice and dilute tea.
- Drink small quantities of fluids frequently. In general, two tablespoons of fluid every 5 minutes is an effective strategy.
- Intravenous fluids for dehydration:
- Used for moderate to severe dehydration or when oral rehydration fails.
- Keep cool to avoid further fluid loss from sweating.
