About
Electrolytes
About
Electrolytes
Regulatory Classification
Non - Rx
Unit of Measure
BOX OF 50'S
Pharmacologic Category
Oral Rehydration Salts
Contents & Formulation
Per 10 sachets of Glucost R dissolved in 1 L of water contains: Sodium 75 mmol, potassium 20 mmol, chloride 65 mmol, citrate 10 mmol, dextrose 75 mmol.
Indications and Usage
Replacement of electrolytes & fluids in patients w/ dehydration particularly associated w/ acute diarrhea.
Dosage & Administration
Deficit therapy: Mild dehydration Adult & childn 30 mL/kg. Infant ≤2 yr 50 mL/kg. Moderate dehydration Adult & childn 60 mL/kg. Infant 100 mL/kg. Maintenance therapy Adult & childn 60 mL/kg/day. Infant 100 mL/kg/day. Active replacement therapy Adult 200 mL. Childn 100 mL. Infant 50 mL.