Oral rehydration (Formulary)

TAM (Treatments and Medicines) NHS Highland
NHS Highland

ORAL REHYDRATION SALTS

Therapy notes

  • Note:  Seek specialist advice from Consultant Gastroenterologist or Colorectal Surgeon for patients with short bowel syndrome; standard oral rehydration salts are unsuitable.

Formulation and dosage details

Formulation:

Oral powder sachets

Dosage:

Oral powder sachets are recommended for acute diarrhoea, see Oral rehydration therapy.

Editorial Information

Document Id: F216