Medical considerations for international travel with infants and older children.

This article reviews preparatory guidelines for international travel with infants and children. Pre-travel immunizations, malaria chemoprophylaxis, and chemotherapy of traveler's diarrhea are reviewed. Dosages and schedules for special vaccines to consider for children are described. Practical advice for air travel and a prolonged overseas stay is offered to ensure safe and healthy international travel with infants and children.