INTRODUCTION ABOUT COSLYTE POWDER

Coslyte Powder is an oral rehydration salt (ORS) that is effective in managing the dehydration that may occur due to diarrhoea, dysentery and gastroenteritis (stomach flu). It contains dextrose (sugar) and various salts namely potassium chloride, sodium chloride and sodium citrate as active ingredients to ensure rehydration.

Oral rehydration salt (ORS) is a unique combination of dextrose and electrolytes. It provides essential electrolytes to the body that replenishes the body with essential nutrients that are lost due to dehydration. Thus, it further results in speedy recovery of the body from illness.

Always take Coslyte Powder as advised by the doctor. Dosage may be adjusted by your doctor depending upon age and severity of dehydration. Do not take Coslyte Powder if you are allergic to any of its components.

KEY COMPOSITION

• Sodium Chloride
• Potassium Chloride
• Sodium Citrate
• Dextrose

THERAPEUTIC USES OF COSLYTE POWDER

• Manage dehydration occurring due to diarrhoea, dysentery and gastroenteritis

SIDE EFFECTS OF COSLYTE POWDER

Consult your doctor if you notice any unusual side effects while taking Coslyte Powder.

SAFETY ADVICE

• Always take Coslyte Powder as advised by the doctor
• Dosage may be adjusted by your doctor depending upon age and severity of dehydration. For infants and children, 1-2 litres (5-10 glasses) over a period of 24 hours. For adults, 2-4 litres (10-20 glasses) over a period of 24 hours
• Dissolve entire contents of the sachet in 1 litre of drinking water (boiled water and cooled before mixing the contents), stir well until all particles have been dissolved and consume it immediately. Discard the solution that remains unused for 24 hours after preparation
• Do not take Coslyte Powder if you are allergic to any of its components
• It should be used with caution in patients with impaired kidney function or intestinal obstruction and before taking it inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding women
• Inform your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines including prescription, over the counter medications, as well as vitamin or herbal supplements

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep Coslyte Powder out of reach of children
• Store protected from moisture

FAQs ABOUT COSLYTE POWDER

Q: What is Coslyte Powder used for?

A: Coslyte Powder is an oral rehydration salt (ORS) that is effective in managing the dehydration that may occur due to diarrhoea, dysentery and gastroenteritis (stomach flu). It contains dextrose (sugar) and various salts namely potassium chloride, sodium chloride and sodium citrate as active ingredients to ensure rehydration.

Q: What is the recommended dosage of Coslyte Powder?

A: Dosage may be adjusted by your doctor depending upon age and severity of dehydration. For infants and children, 1-2 litres (5-10 glasses) over a period of 24 hours. For adults, 2-4 litres (10-20 glasses) over a period of 24 hours.

Q: What are the precautions to be followed before taking Coslyte Powder?

A: Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you have impaired kidney function or intestinal obstruction and if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breast-feeding women.

Q: How does Coslyte Powder work?

A: Oral rehydration salt (ORS) is a unique combination of dextrose and electrolytes. It provides essential electrolytes to the body that replenishes the body with essential nutrients that are lost due to dehydration. Thus, it further results in speedy recovery of the body from illness.

Q: How to take Coslyte Powder?

A: Dissolve entire contents of the sachet in 1 litre of drinking water (boiled water and cooled before mixing the contents), stir well until all particles have been dissolved and consume it immediately. Discard the solution that remains unused for 24 hours after preparation.

REFERENCES

1. https://oaknethealthcare.com/product/coslyte-orange-21g/   

2. https://www.leeford.in/product/432/oralyte-sachet  

3. https://www.electral.co.in/products 

4. https://www.electral.co.in/electral-pack-Insert-28-11-2018.pdf

5. https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article-abstract/100/5/e10/64560/Oral-Rehydration-Therapy-for-Diarrhea-An-Example?autologincheck=redirected

AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. R. Dinesh John Rajkumar, Pharm.D
Last updated on 30 Mar 2023 | 05:34 PM(IST)