What does Regidron help with: purpose and instructions for use

Regidron is a hydrating drug that is available in a convenient packaged form, weighing 18.9 g. This medication is diluted with water and is used to replenish lost fluid and electrolytes in the body during diarrhea and vomiting. It has been proven in practice that such a hypoosmolar solution is more effective and helps prevent hypernatremia.

Compound

What substances are contained in Regidron powder? For clarity, the table below shows the composition of the drug (in 1 sachet).

As you can see, in addition to restoring fluid loss in the body, the action of Regidron Bio is also aimed at ensuring normal microflora in the digestive organs.

Content of substances in 1 liter of solution

To understand what Regidron powder helps with, you need to refer to the instructions. It must be placed in a cardboard package containing 10 sachets of the drug.

Indications for use

Before deciding how to take Regidron in case of poisoning, it is necessary to consider the scope of its application.

The main function of the drug is to correct the loss of electrolytes and fluid during intoxication of the body, accompanied by diarrhea and vomiting.

Many people are interested in the question of what Regidron helps with. Let's take a closer look at this issue.

Thanks to the presence of dextrose (in Regidron) and glucose (in Regidron Bio), the body increases the absorption of consumed sodium and potassium salts. Moreover, the citrates contained in the composition influence the adjustment of the balance, which is important when signs of metabolic acidosis arise.

To understand what Regidron helps with, let’s name its main functions:

• rehydration, fluid restoration (water-salt balance);
• bringing the acid-base balance back to normal;
• prevention of fluid loss during thermal and physical stress, which can lead to excessive sweating.

What does Regidron help children with? The main functions are as follows:

• rehydration (in cases of large loss of fluid in the body);
• preventive measures aimed at treating and preventing heat injuries that are caused by impaired water-electrolyte metabolism (intense sweating);
• restoration and further maintenance of normal intestinal microflora (“Regdiron Bio”).

We looked at what Regidron helps with. How should adults take this drug?

Features of use during lactation

All medications for women in the lactation period are prescribed in case of emergency. Some medications can pass into breast milk and affect the baby's body. After a number of clinical studies, the possibility of using the drug rehydron during breastfeeding has been proven.

Regidron is used during lactation after consultation with your doctor. The doctor, when prescribing the dosage and duration of treatment, takes into account the mother’s individual needs for fluid and electrolytes.

Remember that Regidron for hepatitis B is safe for newborns and their mothers only if it is taken and dosed correctly. In case of overdose, it can lead to serious conditions.

You can take this drug on your own when the first signs of acute poisoning appear , during first aid. But its further use is discussed with the doctor.

Method of using "Regidron"

One sachet of powder must be dissolved in 1 liter of boiled water cooled to room temperature. The prepared solution should be taken orally. Before starting use, it is advisable to assess body weight loss (by weighing) and the degree of dehydration.

Breastfeeding and the patient's nutrition do not need to be interrupted. Eating can be continued immediately after the rehydration process. In order to prevent worsening of diarrhea during the period of use of the drug, you should not eat fatty and carbohydrate foods (applies to simple carbohydrates).

In order to prevent dehydration in a timely manner, it is necessary to start taking Regidron immediately after the onset of diarrhea. As a rule, the duration of such therapy should last no more than 3-4 days. Treatment ends when diarrhea stops.

If the patient experiences nausea or vomiting, the medicine should be taken in small portions to avoid a new attack.

List of analogues

Sometimes Regidron is not suitable for the patient, the person is not satisfied with the pricing policy, or this drug is not available. It is allowed to replace the medicine with the following medications:

1. Ringer. Available in the form of a solution for infusion, the course of treatment is up to 4 days. The drug restores the balance of electrolytes and quickly normalizes the patient’s condition. It is forbidden to use in case of liver, kidney, or acidosis diseases.
2. Sorbilact. A combined drug that copes with dehydration, improves intestinal motility, and is effective against intoxications of various etiologies.
3. Citraglucosolan. Convenient to use: available in three different dosages, everyone will find a suitable concentration. Often purchased for the treatment of children.

Fluid compensation

To replenish the amount of water in the body, Regidron should be taken within the first 6-10 hours. The dosage is determined as follows: you need to take an amount of solution equal to twice the loss of body weight.

For example, in case of loss of 500 g, the volume of the diluted solution should be 1 liter. As a rule, during fluid replenishment at this stage, the use of other solutions is not required. You should avoid eating during the first 4 hours after the onset of symptoms of intoxication. It is necessary to take into account the fact that drinking a large amount of liquid at one time can cause vomiting.

Impact on the body

It is quickly absorbed, fights intoxication, corrects energy balance, restores the acid-base environment, replenishes the level of electrolytes and fluids, and stops their further loss. Helps eliminate nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Does not cause harm if instructions and dosage are followed. Does not affect the ability to drive vehicles.

Used in cases:

• poisoning;
• diarrhea;
• poor metabolism;
• excessive physical fatigue, heat stroke, accompanied by dehydration;
• blood loss.

Measures to prevent dehydration

If diarrhea does not stop, you should continue taking the drug and water for 24 hours, observing the dosage (see table).

Childhood

We looked in detail at what Regidron helps with. How should children take this drug?

Despite the fact that the use of the medication is not recommended for treating children under 3 years of age, pediatricians often prescribe it to young patients.

The drug is given warm. Dosage - one teaspoon, measuring syringe or pipette for 1 day at intervals of 10 minutes. The required dosage is calculated based on the proportion of 30-50 ml/kg body weight. The powder is diluted in the same way as for adults: in 1 liter of boiled water, cooled to room temperature.

For example, if a child weighs 10 kg, then he needs to drink from 300 to 500 ml of solution per day.

However, it must be remembered that under the age of 3 years, it is not recommended to independently calculate and give the drug to a child. The dosage is determined strictly by the doctor and cannot be changed without his consent.

How to store

Home conditions are a completely suitable option for storing the drug. It is best to place the bags of powder in a dark and dry place - a chest of drawers or a drawer, with a temperature no higher than +25°C and no lower than +15°C. The solution, as mentioned above, is in the refrigerator.

Do not leave the product exposed to sunlight, or in close proximity to water or in places with high levels of air humidity.

Analogue drugs:

• Gastrolit;
• Ionica;
• Normohydron;
• Electal.

How to use Regidron Bio

The contents of bags “A” and “B” must be dissolved in 200 ml of boiled water, cooled to room temperature.

The finished solution contains such a concentration of salts and glucose that will promote optimal absorption of the active substances.

The dosage of the solution is calculated based on the patient’s weight. We put the data into a table.

Overdose

If you prepare a more concentrated solution of the drug or consume it in too large volumes, there is a risk of hypernatremia.

Its symptoms:

• drowsiness;
• weakness;
• muscle and nervous excitement;
• confusion;
• respiratory arrest;
• coma.

In addition, when taking large doses of Regidron, hyperkalemia may occur (relevant for patients with reduced renal function).

Symptoms:

• weakness;
• heart rhythm disturbance.

If such signs occur, you should contact your doctor to avoid complications. Further correction of the water electrolyte balance will be carried out based on diagnostic studies.

Additional terms

It is not enough to simply read in the instructions how to take Regidron in case of poisoning. In order not to aggravate the situation and restore the body in the near future, it is necessary to take into account the following:

1. When treating children, it is worth choosing “Regidron Bio”, which is due to its lower sodium concentration (compared to the usual “Regidron”).
2. In case of severe dehydration, expressed by a loss of body weight of 10% or more, as well as anuria (cessation of urination and urine flow), the required rehydration drugs are administered intravenously. Only after the acute stage has been stopped will it be possible to use Regidron.
3. You cannot independently exceed the established doses of the drug unless additional laboratory tests are carried out to confirm the need for dosage adjustment.
4. It is forbidden to add sugar to the Regidron solution, or to dilute it with any liquids (only water).
5. You should not drink Regidron immediately after vomiting. It is necessary to wait 10 minutes after the vomiting attack and start taking it slowly, in small sips.
6. Patients suffering from diabetes mellitus, as well as kidney failure and other chronic diseases, should use the drug under medical supervision.

It is imperative to consult a doctor if the following situations occur while taking the medication:

• temperature above 39 degrees Celsius;
• slow speech, drowsiness and rapid fatigue;
• anuria (no urination);
• bloody loose stools;
• symptoms (diarrhea and vomiting) last more than 5 days;
• after diarrhea stops, sharp pain appears in the abdominal area;
• there are no improvements or treatment at home is not possible.

Contraindications

When use is prohibited during breastfeeding:

1. Diabetes.
2. Chronic or acute kidney failure.
3. Obstruction of any part of the intestine.
4. Lack of consciousness.
5. Allergic reaction to individual components.

Women with breastfeeding and other patients are advised to adjust their diet while using Regidron. You should not eat confectionery, fatty, pickled, smoked foods, or pickles for several days. Otherwise, the effectiveness of therapy will decrease.