IV Fluids for Stomach Bugs in Young Children
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study compares two types of IV fluids commonly used to rehydrate young children with gastroenteritis (stomach flu with diarrhea and vomiting). Researchers want to see which fluid works better and causes fewer problems.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 6 months and 5 years old
- Child has acute gastroenteritis: at least 3 loose stools in 24 hours, with or without vomiting, for 7 days or less
- Your child's doctor has decided IV fluids are needed for rehydration
- Your child does not have chronic heart, kidney, lung disease, or metabolic disorders
- Your child has not already received large amounts of IV fluids in the past 24 hours
Quick eligibility check
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