Pediatric Electrolyte
Pediatric ELECTROLYTE Powder Sachets Bubble Gum
8 x 4.94 g
$11.96
Discontinued
Description
Do
not use if you have kidney problems, severe dehydration with symptoms
of shock, diabetes mellitus in which blood sugar is difficult to
regulate, the inability to drink, or a gastro-intestinal condition (e.g.
intestinal obstruction, paralysis of the intestine or perforated
bowel). If mild vomiting occurs at the beginning of oral therapy, stop
the therapy for 10 minutes and then continue to slowly administer the
solution in small amounts.
Features
Ingredients
A balanced solution to restore essential fluids, electrolytes & minerals lost through diarrhea, vomiting and heavy sweating.
Features:
- Convenient single-serving, travel-ready powder sachets. Just add water for an optimal rehydration solution.
- A balanced formula to restore essential fluids, electrolytes and minerals lost through diarrhea, vomiting or heavy sweating, which can be caused by fever, hot or dry environment, vigorous or prolonged exercise.
- Helps prevent dehydration more effectively than sports drinks, juice, soft drinks or water.
- No artificial colouring.
Directions:
Children 2 to 13 years old: 50–100 mL per kg (2.2 lbs) of body weight
per 24 hours. Above 13 years: 100–200 mL per kg (2.2 lbs) of body weight
per 24 hours. For example, adults can typically drink 2 to 3.5 L
depending on thirst. Simply dissolve the contents of 1 sachet in 200 mL
of clean, preferably cool or cold drinking water, stir well and drink
immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 72 hours (3 days).
Dispose of any unused portion. Do not boil the solution.
Medicinal Ingredients: Glucose, Sodium Acid Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride. When dissolved in water, each sachet provides: Sodium (12.1 mEq); Chloride (12.0 mEq); Citrate (6.0 mEq); Potassium (4.0 mEq); Glucose (3.58 g); Calories (14.3).
Non-medicinal Ingredients: Bubble Gum Flavour, Sodium Saccharin. No artificial colouring.
Caution:
For oral administration only. Pediatric Electrolyte should never be
ingested in its powder form.Prior to use in children under 2 years old;
If diarrhea persists beyond 24 hours and if diarrhea is accompanied by a persistent fever; Prior to use if symptoms of dehydration, vomiting or diarrhea are severe; Prior to or during treatment if the following symptoms occur: puffy eyelids, dizziness, fast heart beat, irritability, muscle twitching, restlessness, swelling of feet or lower legs, weakness, changes to blood pressure, bloody or mucus-like stools or seizure; Prior to use in frail patients of advanced age;
Prior to use in patients with chronic illness (e.g. diabetes mellitus) at risk from secondary complications.
If diarrhea persists beyond 24 hours and if diarrhea is accompanied by a persistent fever; Prior to use if symptoms of dehydration, vomiting or diarrhea are severe; Prior to or during treatment if the following symptoms occur: puffy eyelids, dizziness, fast heart beat, irritability, muscle twitching, restlessness, swelling of feet or lower legs, weakness, changes to blood pressure, bloody or mucus-like stools or seizure; Prior to use in frail patients of advanced age;
Prior to use in patients with chronic illness (e.g. diabetes mellitus) at risk from secondary complications.
If you have any unexpected side effects while taking Pediatric Electrolyte, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Should you require consultation with a pharmacist, you may contact our Well.ca Pharmacist. Please
read the label, warnings and inserts provided by the manufacturer and
consult your healthcare professional when purchasing medications or
natural health products to be sure the product is right for you.
- Convenient single-serving, travel-ready powder sachets. Just add water for an optimal rehydration solution.
- A balanced formula to restore essential fluids, electrolytes and minerals lost through diarrhea, vomiting or heavy sweating, which can be caused by fever, hot or dry environment, vigorous or prolonged exercise.
- Helps prevent dehydration more effectively than sports drinks, juice, soft drinks or water.
- No artificial colouring.
Medicinal Ingredients: Glucose, Sodium Acid Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride. When dissolved in water, each sachet provides: Sodium (12.1 mEq); Chloride (12.0 mEq); Citrate (6.0 mEq); Potassium (4.0 mEq); Glucose (3.58 g); Calories (14.3).
Non-medicinal Ingredients: Bubble Gum Flavour, Sodium Saccharin. No artificial colouring.
