Hydralyte Effervescent Electrolyte Tablets Apple Blackcurrant 20

Relieves symptoms of dehydration and helps replace water and electrolytes lost due to vomiting, diarrhoea, heavy sweating, vigorous exercise and occasional hangovers.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS FOR USE. IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST TALK TO YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. THIS MEDICINE MAY NOT BE RIGHT FOR YOU. READ THE WARNINGS BEFORE PURCHASE. THE PHARMACIST RESERVES THE RIGHT TO NOT SUPPLY CONTRARY TO OUR PROFESSIONAL AND ETHICAL OBLIGATION.

Ingredients: Each tablet contains Glucose 1.62g. Citric Acid 672mg. Sodium from Sodium chloride 34.5mg. Potassium from Potassium chloride 78mg. Sodium from Sodium bicarbonate 103.5mg. Contains sugars, sucralose, mannitol.

Directions: Remove 2 tablets from tube and replace the cap tightly. Dissolve in 200mL of fresh, cold drinking water. For babies under 6 months use freshly boiled and cooled water. Sip slowly and frequently while symptoms persist. Discard unused solution after 2 hours or 24 hours if refrigerated. Do not mix Hydralyte with cordial, fruit juice, soft or sports drinks. Always dissolve in water. Never place tablet directly into mouth. 2 tablets = 200mL

Recommended dosage for dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhoea:

• Babies under 12 months take 2-4 tablets in first 6 hours, maximum of 10 tablets a day.
• Children aged 1-3 years take 4-6 tablets in first 6 hours, maximum of 14 tablets a day.
• Children aged 3-6 years take 6-8 tablets in first 6 hours, maximum of 20 tablets a day.
• Children aged 6-12 years take 8-14 tablets in first 6 hours, maximum 26 tablets a day.
• Adults and children over 12 years take 12-20 tablets in first 6 hours, maximum 40 tablets a day.

For dehydration due to other causes:

• Drink Hydralyte when thirsty or exhibiting signs of dehydration.

Warnings:

Seek medical advice if vomiting or diarrhoea persists for more than:

- 6 hours in infants under 6 months.

- 12 hours in children under 3 years.

- 24 hours in children aged 3-6 years.

- 48 hours in children over 6 years & adults.

Contains 156mg of potassium per 200mL dose. If you have kidney disease or are taking heart or blood pressure medicines, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. Keep out of reach of children.

Contains 276 mg of sodium per 200 mL dose. Quantity of sodium per maximum daily dose is 5.52 g.

Use only as directed. If symptoms persist. consult your healthcare practitioner.

CAUTION

Do not use if cap seal is broken. Do not ingest the cap. Keep out of reach of children.