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Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets are an oral rehydration treatment used to replace fluids and essential electrolytes lost due to diarrhoea, vomiting, or excessive sweating. Each sachet contains a balanced mix of glucose and salts, including sodium and potassium, which help the body absorb water more effectively and restore hydration levels. The powder is dissolved in fresh drinking water to create a pleasant blackcurrant-flavoured drink that is gentle on the stomach. Dioralyte is suitable for adults and children and is particularly useful for preventing dehydration during illness. It should be used as directed, with medical advice sought if symptoms persist.
Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets is a medicine that works by replacing the water and salts lost from your body when you have diarrhoea. It contains glucose and salts (sodium chloride, potassium chloride and disodium hydrogen citrate). The powder is mixed with water before taking.
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If you forget to take your medicine, do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten one. Take the next dose of Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets when you need to.
Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets are not normally harmful if you take more than you should. However, if large amounts are taken you should talk to a doctor or go to a hospital straight away. This is particularly important if it is a child or baby or if you have severe liver or kidney problems.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. This also includes if you are planning to get pregnant or think that you might be pregnant.
The medication should be stored in its original packaging in order to protect it for moisture, in a room below 25°C.
Do not use Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and sachet after EXP. This date refers to the last day of that month.
Any medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Instead, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help protect the environment.
Yes! It is possible to buy Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets online from trusted pharmacies, such as e-Pharmacy!
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If you have further questions or need additional information about Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets there are plenty of reputable sources available, such as the British National Formulary (BNF).
The recommended dosage of Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets for children is dependent on their age. For children aged 2-12 years, the usual dose is 1 sachet after each loose stool. It’s important not to exceed the recommended dosages.
While Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets can help replace fluids and electrolytes lost through sweating during sports or intense exercise, it is not specifically formulated as a rehydration solution for those activities.
If diarrhoea persists for more than 24-48 hours despite using Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets, it is advisable to seek medical attention, as prolonged diarrhoea can lead to severe dehydration and other complications
There are no known significant interactions between Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets and other medications. However, as with any medicine, it’s best to consult your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking multiple medications
Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets can be used to treat dehydration caused by excessive vomiting, as it helps replace fluids, electrolytes, and minerals lost through vomiting
Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets are intended for short-term use to treat acute diarrhoea or dehydration. While generally safe for occasional use, it is not recommended for extended periods without medical supervision.
If you experience severe abdominal pain while taking Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets, discontinue use and seek medical attention immediately, as this could be a sign of a more serious underlying condition.
While Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets can help replace fluids lost due to travellers’ diarrhoea, it is not typically used as a preventative measure. Seeking medical advice before traveling and taking appropriate precautions is recommended to avoid contracting travellers’ diarrhoea.
Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets must only be mixed with water before taking. It should be made just before the medicine is going to be taken and not made in advance. The following steps should be used to make the medicine:
The number of sachets you should take depends on your condition, but the usual dose in adults is one or two sachets after each loose stool.
If you are still not sure how to take this medicine, check with your doctor, pharmacist or the patient information leaflet.
Like all medications, Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. In most cases you should not normally have any side effects. However, if you have an allergic reaction (rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue) to the medicine, seek immediate medical attention.
Dioralyte Blackcurrant Sachets contain a mix of electrolytes (salts) and glucose, which help to rehydrate the body after fluid loss from diarrhoea or vomiting. When mixed with water and taken as directed, it helps replace lost fluids and essential minerals like sodium and potassium, helping to prevent or treat dehydration.
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The active substances are glucose, sodium chloride, potassium chloride and disodium hydrogen citrate. The other ingredients are saccharin sodium, silicon dioxide.
You should not take Dioralyte and instead talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:
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