Ziska Oral Saline 10.25 gm (Oral Powder)

10.25 gm sachet: ৳ 6.00 (20's pack: ৳ 120.00)

Medicine Details

Indications

  • Replacement of fluid and electrolyte loss
  • Treatment of acute diarrhea
  • Management of vomiting
  • Addressing dehydration
  • Suitable for all age groups

Composition

  • 500 ml preparation
  • Sodium Chloride BP 1.30 gm
  • Potassium Chloride BP 0.75 gm
  • Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate BP 1.45 gm
  • Glucose Anhydrous BP 6.75 gm

Pharmacology

  • Preparation of oral rehydration salt
  • Single formulation for various types of diarrhea
  • Prevention of dehydration including cholera
  • Prevents acidosis due to electrolyte imbalance

Dosage

  • Equivalent to patient's fluid requirement
  • Continuation of breastfeeding during therapy for children
  • Different dosage for children less than 2 years, 2 to 10 years, and adults & children above 10 years

Administration

  • Dispersal of contents in 500 mL of pure drinking water
  • Avoidance of mixing with hot water
  • Discard unused solution after 12 hours

Interaction

  • No known drug interactions

Precautions & Warnings

  • Supplementation may be required for severe continuing diarrhea or critical fluid losses
  • Needs to be used with caution in cases of depressed renal function

Therapeutic Class

  • Oral electrolytes preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Do not store above 30°C temperature
  • Keep away from light and wet places
  • Keep out of reach of children

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