Please note that you must be in to sign for this delivery Please note that you must be in to sign for this delivery. Dioralyte is indicated for the replacement of essential body water and salts in the treatment of acute diarrhoea in infants, children and adults. Early use is important to avoid dehydration, particularly in the young and elderly. Dioralyte contains glucose and salts (these are Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride and Disodium hydrogen citrate). The powder is mixed with water before taking.
Suitable For: Adults and children
How To Use: Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use. Patient Information Leaflets are updated periodically by the manufacturer. Dissolve contents of one Dioralyte sachet in 200ml (approx. 7 fl oz) of drinking water. Use fresh drinking water for adults and children. For infants, and where drinking water is unavailable, the water should be freshly boiled then cooled. The solution should be made up immediately before use. If refrigerated the solution may be stored for up to 24 hours, otherwise any solution remaining one hour after reconstitution should be discarded. Dioralyte should only be reconstitued with water and to the volume stated. A lesser or greater dilution may result in electrolyte imbalance. 1. Empty the contents of 1 sachet into a glass. 2. Add 200 ml (7 fl oz) of water. 3. Stir until the powder dissolves. When your medicine is fully dissolved, the drink will be a colourless solution.
Storage: Store below 25°C Store in the original package in order to protect from moisture.
Precautions: The drink should be made up just before it is going to be taken. Throw away any remaining drink after 1 hour (or 24 hours if stored in a refrigerator). Medicines should not be disposed og via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment. Do not use Dioralyte after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and sachet after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
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