Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture for diarrheal diseases

Diarrhea can have various causes. It can occur as a side effect of medication, such as antibiotics or antirheumatic drugs, be caused by viruses (including norovirus and rotavirus) and bacteria (including Escherichia coli and salmonella), or result from food intolerances such as gluten or lactose intolerance. Traveler's diarrhea is one of the most common travel-related illnesses; it is estimated that approximately 70% of international travelers are affected by it during or after their trip.

Diarrhea is not only unpleasant, but it can also lead to dehydration, as a significant amount of fluid and electrolytes are lost in a short period. Children and the elderly, especially those with weakened immune systems, are at increased risk of dehydration. Therefore, experts recommend first restoring fluid and electrolyte balance in cases of acute diarrhea before using anti-diarrheal medication to stop the diarrhea. Solutions that comply with World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations should be used for this restoration to quickly compensate for water and salt loss and prevent dehydration.

Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture for compensating for water and electrolyte losses

Saltadol is a glucose-electrolyte mixture in powder form that is dissolved in water and drunk. It serves to quickly restore electrolyte and fluid balance in cases of diarrhea and thus prevent dehydration. The body needs the electrolytes contained in Saltadol to absorb water from the intestines and counteract dehydration.

The ratio of Saltadol's components is precisely balanced and adjusted, and its reduced osmolarity corresponds to the WHO formulation for replenishing lost electrolytes. Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture is the only product in Germany that meets the World Health Organization's recommended 1:1 composition.

Saltadol Glucose-Electrolyte Mixture: Composition according to WHO recommendation

Saltadol is the only glucose-electrolyte mixture in Germany whose composition corresponds 1:1 to the current recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO)*. These recommendations are based on recent studies that demonstrate improved efficacy through reduced overall osmolarity.

*WHO Drug Information Vol 18, No. 2, 2004, pages 138 f

Use of Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture for diarrhea

Saltadol is used for the rapid replacement of electrolytes and fluids lost through diarrhea. It can be used for all types of diarrhea, regardless of the cause, for example:

• Traveler's diarrhea
• Diarrhea as a side effect of medication
• Diarrhea due to lactose intolerance
• stress-induced diarrhea

Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture supports the replacement of lost electrolytes and fluid balance in all diarrheal diseases.

For whom is Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture suitable?

This electrolyte solution can be used for children aged 3 and older, adolescents, and adults. It is safe for use in these age groups and therefore belongs in every home and travel first-aid kit. Further details are described in the package leaflet.

Taste and preparation of the Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture

Saltadol is free of flavorings and tasteless. Dissolved in 200 ml of boiled, cooled water or tea, the electrolyte mixture is easily drinkable.

Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture and traveler's diarrhea

Traveler's diarrhea is one of the most common illnesses contracted while traveling. Studies show that there is an increased risk of diarrheal diseases, particularly in countries in Africa, Asia, Central and South America, and the Middle East. When traveling to regions with a high risk of diarrhea, Saltadol glucose-electrolyte mixture can make an important contribution to replenishing fluid and electrolyte losses.