- Mix Hydralyte immediately before required.
- Fill measuring cup to the (200 mL) graduation line with fresh, cold drinking water. (For babies under 6 months it is recommended that freshly boiled and cooled water be used.)
- Empty contents of one sachet into the measuring cup and stir the mixture until the Hydralyte powder has dissolved.
- Sip slowly and frequently while symptoms persist.
- Discard unused solution after 2 hours or 24 hours if refrigerated.
- Avoid mixing Hydralyte powder with cordial, fruit juice, soft drink or sports drink as these can interfere with the rehydration process.
Dosage
Age in years | Take in first 6 hrs (sachets) | Max. sachets per day |
---|---|---|
Under 12 months | 1-2 | 5 |
1–3 years | 2-3 | 7 |
3-6 years | 3-4 | 10 |
7-12 years | 4-7 | 13 |
Over 12 years | 7-10 | 20 |
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 for adults and children aged over 6 years
Store below 30°C
Warning contains:
0.8 mg/mL potassium
1.03 mg/mL sodium
Be aware that dehydration due to vomiting or diarrhoea can be dangerous in babies and children under 5 years old and in elderly people.