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Oral Rehydration (Priceline Pharmacy) TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: sodium chloride + potassium chloride + glucose + citric acid

Pack: Oral Rehydration (Priceline Pharmacy) powder for oral liquid, 10 x 4.9 g sachets

Brand name

(ARTG)

: PRICELINE PHARMACY ORAL REHYDRATION oral powder sachet

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

To treat and prevent dehydration due to diarrhoea and traveller's gastroenteritis in all age groups.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Powder
  • Oral
  • White free flowing powder.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.

  • 1 carton of 10 sachets pack

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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