Relyte
Relyte is an oral rehydration salt formulation balanced according to clinical standards. It contains glucose/dextrose and essential electrolytes (including sodium, potassium, chloride, and citrate) that stimulate water absorption in the intestinal tract to quickly reverse dehydration and maintain electrolyte balance.
Dosage by Body Weight
Dissolve the powder completely in clean, potable water according to the package instructions (typically 1 sachet in 200ml or 1 liter of cooled, boiled water). Sip slowly over several hours. Do not boil the prepared solution. Discard any unused reconstituted solution after 24 hours.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 150 to 250 ml over 24 hours (or 50 ml after each loose stool)
- Frequency
- Administer frequently in small sips
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatrician before use. Breastfeeding should be continued.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 250 to 400 ml over 24 hours (or 50 to 100 ml after each loose stool)
- Frequency
- Administer frequently in small sips
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor for signs of severe dehydration; seek medical advice if symptoms persist.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 400 to 600 ml over 24 hours (or 100 to 150 ml after each loose stool)
- Frequency
- Administer frequently in small sips
- Tracking Notes
- Discard any reconstituted solution that has been kept at room temperature for more than 24 hours.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 600 to 1000 ml over 24 hours (or 100 to 200 ml after each loose stool)
- Frequency
- Administer frequently in small sips
- Tracking Notes
- Encourage normal feeding alongside rehydration therapy.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1000 to 1500 ml over 24 hours (or 150 to 200 ml after each loose stool)
- Frequency
- Administer frequently in small sips
- Tracking Notes
- If persistent vomiting occurs, pause for 10 minutes and then resume administration more slowly.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 150 to 250 ml over 24 hours (or 50 ml after each loose stool) | Administer frequently in small sips | Consult a pediatrician before use. Breastfeeding should be continued. |
| 5-7 kg | 250 to 400 ml over 24 hours (or 50 to 100 ml after each loose stool) | Administer frequently in small sips | Monitor for signs of severe dehydration; seek medical advice if symptoms persist. |
| 8-10 kg | 400 to 600 ml over 24 hours (or 100 to 150 ml after each loose stool) | Administer frequently in small sips | Discard any reconstituted solution that has been kept at room temperature for more than 24 hours. |
| 11-15 kg | 600 to 1000 ml over 24 hours (or 100 to 200 ml after each loose stool) | Administer frequently in small sips | Encourage normal feeding alongside rehydration therapy. |
| 16-20 kg | 1000 to 1500 ml over 24 hours (or 150 to 200 ml after each loose stool) | Administer frequently in small sips | If persistent vomiting occurs, pause for 10 minutes and then resume administration more slowly. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to prevent and treat dehydration caused by acute diarrhea, vomiting, heat exhaustion, or vigorous physical exercise by replenishing lost fluids and essential electrolytes.
Generic Name
Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.