How to take Dioralyte
It’s a simple and easy treatment to mix up and drink. Always make sure you follow the instructions in the package information leaflet that comes with your treatment, and if you have any questions, speak to a clinician.
Mix your Dioralyte with water before taking and only prepare the medicine just before you swallow it. It’s important not to prepare it in advance. If it’s been more than an hour since you made it, throw it away. It can last for up to 24 hours in the fridge.
Dioralyte must only ever be mixed with fresh drinking water from a bottle or the tap. If you haven’t got any fresh water available then use water that has first been boiled and then allowed to cool down completely.
- Empty the sachet into a glass
- Add 200 ml of water. It’s important to use this exact amount, no more and no less. If you use more or less then Dioralyte will not work as well as it should
- Mix until the powder is dissolved
- When your medicine is fully dissolved, the drink will look milky
- Drink the preparation straight away and don’t leave it to stand
How long does it take Dioralyte to work?
Dioralyte works pretty quickly. You should start to see an improvement in how you feel about three to four hours after taking it. You can continue taking the medicine for up to 4 days. If you still feel unwell or there has been no improvement in your condition after this time then it’s important to seek medical advice.
What should I do if I make a mistake when taking Dioralyte?
If you miss a dose of Dioralyte then just take the next dose when it’s due and don’t take twice the amount to make up for the missed dose.
If you take too much Dioralyte then it shouldn’t cause harm unless you’ve taken large quantities of it in excess. If you’ve taken too much of it, in a large amount, then get in touch with a clinician straight away or go to A&E. Make sure to take the treatment packaging with you so that medical professionals know what you’ve taken and how much of it you’ve swallowed.
If you’ve got any questions about your Dioralyte treatment then speak to your clinician. You can log into your account and send them a message at any time.