General Information: Hydralyte is an oral rehydration solution which is scientifically formulated with the correct balance of electrolytes and glucose required for rapid rehydration.
Features:
- Australian made and owned.
- The ice block form of Hydralyte offers a child friendly method of rehydration.
- Used widely by hospitals and health professionals.
- Has a formulation based on the World Health Organisation formula for oral rehydration therapy.
- Is not the same as a 'sports drink' as it contains more electrolytes and less sugar.
Warnings: Seek medical advice if your condition worsens or diarrhoea persists for more than: 6 hours in babies under 6 months old; 12 hours in children under 3 years; 24 hours in children 3-6 years; 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years.
ALWAYS READ THE LABEL
Active Ingredients: Active Ingredients (per 62.5mL Ice Block):
Glucose monohydrate 1g
Citric acid monohydrate 300mg
Sodium from Sodium chloride 61.5mg
Potassium from Potassium Citrate 50mg
Contains: Sugars, sucralose, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate.
54 mg of potassium per 62.5 mL Ice Block.
77 mg of sodium per 62.5 mL Ice Block.
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 54mg of potassium per 62.5mL Ice Block.
Contains 77mg of sodium per 62.5mL Ice Block. Quantity of sodium per maximum daily dose is 4.9g.
Contains: Sugars, sucralose, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate.
Use as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare practitioner.
1. Place Hydralyte Ice Blocks in the freezer.
2. When frozen cut open one end with clean scissors.
3. Push the frozen Hydralyte Ice Block from the uncut end.
4. Suck small amounts until consumed.
Recommended dosage for dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhoea:
Age: Under 12 months
Recommended dosage: 1 x Ice block every 60 mins
Max. Ice Blocks per day: 16
Age: 1-3 years
Recommended dosage: 1 x Ice block every 60 mins
Max. Ice Blocks per day: 24
Age: 3-6 years
Recommended dosage: 1 x Ice block every 30 mins
Max. Ice Blocks per day: 32
Age: 6-12 years
Recommended dosage: 2 x Ice block every 30 mins
Max. Ice Blocks per day: 43
Age: 12- Adult
Recommended dosage: 3 x Ice block every 30 mins
Max. Ice Blocks per day: 64
For dehydration due to other causes:
Drink Hydralyte when thirsty or exhibiting signs of dehydration. Do not exceed the maximum daily dosage.
Hydralyte Ice Blocks may be consumed unfrozen, however, Hydralyte Ready to Use Solution is more convenient as a drink.
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Flat Rate: $11.95 for all orders Australia-wide.
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