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Dioralyte Blackcurrant 6 Sachets is an oral rehydration treatment designed to replace water and essential body salts lost during episodes of acute diarrhoea.
Diarrhoea can cause the body to lose fluids and electrolytes, potentially leading to dehydration. Dioralyte contains a carefully balanced combination of glucose and electrolytes that helps the body absorb water and replace lost salts.
The blackcurrant-flavoured powder is mixed with water to create an oral rehydration solution suitable for adults and children when used according to the instructions.
What Is Dioralyte Used For?
- Fluid replacement: Helps restore fluids lost through diarrhoea.
- Electrolyte replacement: Replenishes essential body salts, including sodium and potassium.
- Dehydration management: Helps prevent or correct dehydration associated with acute diarrhoea.
- Gastroenteritis: Supports rehydration when diarrhoea is caused by a stomach or intestinal infection.
Dioralyte does not directly stop diarrhoea or treat its underlying cause.
Active Ingredients
Each sachet contains:
- Glucose – 3.56g
- Sodium chloride – 0.47g
- Potassium chloride – 0.30g
- Disodium hydrogen citrate – 0.53g
These ingredients work together to support the absorption of water and electrolytes from the digestive tract.
Other Ingredients
- Blackcurrant flavour
- Saccharin sodium
- Silicon dioxide
Important: Each sachet contains approximately 300mg of sodium. Patients who need to restrict sodium intake should seek medical advice before use.
How to Prepare Dioralyte
- Empty the contents of one sachet into a glass.
- Add exactly 200ml of drinking water.
- Stir until the powder has dissolved.
- Drink the prepared solution as directed.
Use fresh drinking water for adults and children. For infants, use freshly boiled and cooled water.
Do not mix Dioralyte with milk, fruit juice or other drinks. Do not add sugar or salt.
Adults and Elderly
Take one or two sachets after each loose bowel movement.
Each sachet must be prepared separately using 200ml of water.
Children Aged 2 Years and Over
Take one sachet after each loose bowel movement, dissolved in 200ml of water.
Infants Under 2 Years
Dioralyte should only be used under medical supervision.
Infants under two years with diarrhoea should be assessed by a doctor as soon as possible.
If Vomiting Occurs
Offer small amounts of the prepared solution frequently rather than drinking a large quantity at once.
Duration of Treatment
Seek medical advice if diarrhoea continues beyond 24–48 hours, symptoms worsen or dehydration is suspected.
Dioralyte is generally well tolerated when prepared and used correctly.
Possible problems include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal discomfort
- Allergic reactions to ingredients
Using too little or too much water may disturb the intended electrolyte balance.
People with certain medical conditions, particularly kidney disease, may be at increased risk of electrolyte disturbances.
Stop using the product and seek medical advice if a suspected allergic reaction occurs.
Storage Instructions
Unopened Sachets
- Store below 25°C.
- Keep in the original packaging to protect from moisture.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not use after the expiry date.
Prepared Solution
- Use within one hour if kept at room temperature.
- Alternatively, refrigerate and use within 24 hours.
- Discard any unused solution after these periods.
- Do not boil the prepared solution.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dioralyte Blackcurrant?
Dioralyte Blackcurrant is an oral rehydration powder that helps replace water and electrolytes lost during diarrhoea.
What is Dioralyte used for?
It is used to prevent or treat fluid and electrolyte loss associated with acute diarrhoea.
Does Dioralyte stop diarrhoea?
No. It replaces lost fluids and salts but does not directly stop diarrhoea.
How does Dioralyte work?
It combines glucose with electrolytes to help the intestines absorb water and essential salts.
How much water should I add?
Dissolve each sachet in exactly 200ml of water.
How many sachets can children take?
Children aged two years and over usually take one sachet after each loose bowel movement.
