Oral rehydration therapy (Formulary)

TAM (Treatments and Medicines) NHS Highland
NHS Highland

ORAL REHYDRATION SALTS

Therapy notes

  • Oral rehydration therapy is recommended for mild to moderate diarrhoea in children. 
  • In short bowel syndrome seek specialist advice on the treatment of diarrhoea with oral rehydration salts.

Formulation and dosage details

Formulation:

Oral powder sachetsOTC

Dosage:

According to fluid loss, usually 200 to 400mL of solution after every loose bowel motion.

Child: 200mL after every loose bowel motion.

Editorial Information

Document Id: F300