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Antidiarrhoeal · Electrolyte

Indications

Powder/Liqd: For treatment and prevention of mild to moderate dehydration associated with diarrhoeal disorders of multiple aetiology and acute gastro-intestinal disorders resulting in diarrhoea and vomiting. Rice Powder: Fluid and electrolyte loss associated with acute diarrhoea.

Dosage

POWDER: The whole content of the sachet to be diluted in one litre of water. Infants: One litre over 24 hr; Children: One litre over 8 to 24 hr; Adults: Drink freely as required (2-4 litres during 24 hr). LIQUID: Infants: One litre over 24 hr; Children: One litre over 8 to 24 hr; Adults: Drink freely as required (2-4 litres during 24 hr). RICE POWDER: Adults & Children: >1 yr: One sachet after each stool up to a max of 5 sachet per day for 3-4 days. Children: 3 mth-1 yr: To be given under the guidance of a doctor. (Powder must be mixed with water immediately before use and should not be made in advance, the drink can be refrigerated for up to 24 hr, if it is to be used over the course of the day for a baby).

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