Pedialyte Ingredients
Pedialyte offers a line of hydration products that help the body replenish fluids and electrolytes lost during exercise or due to vomiting, diarrhea, or heat exhaustion.
Review this report for a complete overview of the ingredients in Classic Pedialyte, Pedialyte Electrolyte Water, Pedialyte Sport Powder Packs, and Pedialyte AdvancedCare Plus.
Pedialyte Overview
How Pedialyte Works
Pedialyte helps the body replenish fluids and restore essential minerals. Each product option helps in different ways. Here is a summary of how Pedialyte works.
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Types of Pedialyte
Choose from five different Pedialyte products, depending on what your body needs.
Here is a summary of each type of Pedialyte.
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Ingredients in Pedialyte Products
Pedialyte Electrolyte Drink
Pedialyte unflavored drink is made with seven ingredients. Flavored options contain a few more ingredients, as illustrated in the table below.
Drink flavors include cherry frost, coconut, fruit punch, grape, iced berry, mixed fruit, and strawberry.
Pedialyte Electrolyte Solution Ingredients |
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Water, Dextrose, Potassium Citrate, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Zinc Gluconate Flavored pedialyte drinks also contain Natural and Artificial Flavors, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium. In addition, select flavors include artificial colors. For example, Mixed Fruit is made with Yellow No. 6, Fruit Punch contains Red 40, and Iced Berry contains Blue No 1. |
In April 2025, the FDA announced measures to phase out petroleum-based synthetic food dyes, including FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Green No. 3, FD&C Yellow No. 5, FD&C Yellow No. 6, FD&C Blue No. 1, and FD&C Blue No. 2. Manufacturers have until the end of 2026 to remove the dye (and six other synthetic dyes) from foods and beverages.
Classic Pedialyte Nutrition Facts
Nutrition facts are based on a 12-ounce serving of Pedialyte electrolyte hydration drinks. Depending on the actual product you purchase, the container may have more than one measured serving. For example, the 1 Liter bottle has 3 servings of 12 fluid ounces.
Review the nutrition facts table below, which illustrates that flavored Pedialyte drinks have slightly fewer calories and one gram less sugar, compared with the unflavored option.
Amount per 12 fl oz
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Classic Pedialyte |
Unflavored |
Flavored |
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Calories |
30 |
25 |
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Total Fat |
0g (0%) |
0g (0%) |
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Sodium |
390mg (17%) |
390mg |
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Total Carbohydrates |
7g (3%) |
7g (3%) |
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— Total Sugars |
6g |
5g |
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— Including Added Sugars |
6g (12%) |
5g (10%) |
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Protein |
0g |
0g |
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Potassium |
280mg (6%) |
280mg (6%) |
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Zinc |
2.8mg (25%) |
2.8mg (25%) |
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Chloride |
440mg (20%) |
440mg (20%) |
Pedialyte does not provide a significant source of saturated fat, dietary cholesterol, dietary fiber, Vitamin D, calcium, or iron. Daily Value (%DV) is based on a 2,000 calorie daily diet. Calorie needs vary; your %DV may be higher or lower.
Pedialyte Sport
Pedialyte Sport product line is an advanced rehydration option designed to help the body replenish vital fluids during excessive heat or due to high level of sweating during exercise.
Here is the list of ingredients in Pedialyte Sport Electrolyte Powder and Pedialyte Sport Electrolyte Drink.
Pedialyte Sport Electrolyte Ingredients
Pediayte Sport Electrolyte drinks and powder contain no fruit juice.
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Sport Electrolyte Powders |
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Anhydrous Dextrose, Salt, Citric Acid, Short-Chain Fructooligosaccharides, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Phosphate, Magnesium Citrate, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Calcium Silicate, Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose Made with ingredients that contain milk. |
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Sport Electrolyte Drinks |
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Water, Dextrose, Galactooligosaccharides, Salt, Potassium Citrate, Citric Acid, Potassium Phosphate, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Magnesium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium Made with ingredients that contain milk. |
Ingredients may not be listed in order of dominance
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Pedialyte Sport Nutrition Facts
Pedialyte Sport is designed with an optimal balance of electrolytes to provide fast rehydration benefits. Many consumers believe it’s one of the best sports drinks for individuals who experience extreme perspiration during exercise.
As shown in the nutrition facts summary below, which illustrates that flavored pedialyte drinks have slightly fewer calories and one gram less sugar, compared with the unflavored option.
Amount per serving
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Pedialyte Sport |
Powder |
Drink |
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Serving Size |
1 Packet (14.1g) |
12 fl oz (360 mL) |
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Calories |
40 |
30 |
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Total Fat |
0g (0%) |
0g (0%) |
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Sodium |
650mg (28%) |
490mg (21%) |
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Total Carbohydrates |
1g (4%) |
9g (3%) |
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— Dietary Fiber |
1g (4%) |
<1g (2%) |
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— Total Sugars |
7g |
5g |
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— Including Added Sugars |
7g (13%) |
5g (10%) |
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Protein |
0g |
0g |
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Potassium |
600mg (15%) |
470mg (10%) |
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Phosphorus |
190mg (15%) |
140mg (10%) |
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Magnesium |
55mg (15%) |
40mg (10%) |
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Chloride |
920mg (40%) |
690mg (30%) |
Pedialyte does not provide a significant source of saturated fat, dietary cholesterol, dietary fiber, Vitamin D, calcium, or iron. Assumes a 2,000 calorie diet, based on FDA guidance for general nutrition advice.
This report is for general informational purposes only. Pedialyte, under the parent control of Abbott Laboratories, may change its formulations without notice. Always check supplement labels on the packaging for the most accurate information on the specific product you purchase.
Pedialyte Zero Sugar Electrolyte Water
Pedialyte Zero Sugar electrolyte water is available in two flavors: berry frost and fruit punch. Unlike the sports drink, the zero sugar options contain no artificial color.
Here is the list of ingredients in Pedialyte Electrolyte Water with Zero Sugar.
Pedialyte Zero Sugar Ingredients
Pediayte Electrolyte drinks contain no fruit juice.
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Zero Sugar Drinks |
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Water, Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Salt, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Zinc Gluconate |
Ingredients may not be listed in order of dominance
Pedialyte AdvancedCare Electrolyte Solution
Formulated with a balance of sugar and electrolytes, AdvancedCare contains preactive prebiotics to promote a healthy digestive system. It’s made with three key electrolytes.
Pedialyte claims this product is the #1 doctor-recommended brand.
Review the table below for a list of ingredients in Pedialyte AdvancedCare Electrolyte Hydration Solution.
Pedialyte AdvancedCare Ingredients
Pediayte Electrolyte drinks contain no fruit juice.
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AdvancedCare Solution |
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Water, Dextrose, Galactooligosaccharides, Citric Acid, Potassium Citrate, Salt, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Sodium Citrate, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Zinc Gluconate, Sodium Selenate |
Ingredients may not be listed in order of dominance
Pedialyte Consumer Reviews
Excerpts of reviews from consumers who have purchased and tried Pedialyte.
Pedialyte products may not be appropriate for individuals taking a prescription drug, for children under 5 years of age, or for women who are pregnant or nursing. Discuss the health benefits and potential side effects with your health care provider before use.
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