{"product_id":"organika-kids-isotonic-electrolytes","title":"Organika Kids Isotonic Electrolytes, Oral Rehydration Solution for Children 1 Year and Over, Berry, Box of 8 or Bag of 20 Sticks","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganika Kids Isotonic Electrolytes Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eoral rehydration solution for children\u003c\/strong\u003e in single-serve sticks, licensed to prevent dehydration and restore fluids and electrolytes lost to \u003cstrong\u003ediarrhea and vomiting\u003c\/strong\u003e. Berry flavour, box of 8 or bag of 20. \u003cstrong\u003eDosing is banded by age from 1 year.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mechanism is why an ORS works when plain water does not. \u003cstrong\u003eSodium and glucose are absorbed together\u003c\/strong\u003e — a gut-wall transporter carries them as a pair and water follows by osmosis. Get the ratio right and fluid enters the bloodstream far faster than water alone manages. That ratio is what \u003cstrong\u003eisotonic\u003c\/strong\u003e means here: mixed as directed, it sits at roughly the concentration of body fluids.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach 6.5g stick dissolves into \u003cstrong\u003e250 mL of water\u003c\/strong\u003e, supplying sodium, potassium, chloride, citrate and glucose. The citrate helps correct the acid-base disturbance that comes with fluid loss, rather than being there for flavour. Berry taste comes from natural flavour with stevia, coloured with carrot and blueberry juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRehydration matters more in children, and faster. A smaller body holds a smaller fluid reserve, so the episode that leaves an adult feeling rough can move a toddler toward real dehydration within hours. Getting fluid in early is the whole game, which is why the volumes here are small and repeated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBerry flavour does real work at this age — a child who refuses the drink gets no benefit. Made in Canada by Organika.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Organika Kids Isotonic Electrolytes Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor parents of children from 1 year up. It belongs in the cupboard before it is needed rather than bought during a bad night, and it is worth packing for travel where both the risk and the difficulty of finding something suitable go up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDehydration in a young child escalates quickly, and this does not replace medical judgement. Call a doctor if your child is under 1 year, if symptoms persist beyond 24 hours, or at any point if you see no wet nappy for several hours, no tears when crying, a dry mouth, sunken eyes, or unusual drowsiness.\u003c\/strong\u003e Those are reasons to seek care, not to give another stick. Also seek advice for blood in the stool or high fever.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOrganika Kids Isotonic Electrolytes Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOral Rehydration Solution for Kids\u003c\/strong\u003e — Licensed to prevent dehydration from diarrhea and vomiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge-Banded Dosing\u003c\/strong\u003e — 50 mL at 1 year, 100 mL from 2 to 9 years, more for older children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium-Glucose Absorption\u003c\/strong\u003e — The pairing that pulls fluid in faster than water alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsotonic When Mixed\u003c\/strong\u003e — One 6.5g stick into 250 mL of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBerry Flavour With Stevia\u003c\/strong\u003e — A drink a child will actually take, which is half the battle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturally Coloured\u003c\/strong\u003e — Carrot and blueberry juice rather than dye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox of 8 or Bag of 20\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sticks keep and travel, unlike opened ready-mixed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"faq-section\" id=\"faq-organika-kids-isotonic-electrolytes\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What is Organika Kids Isotonic Electrolytes?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eAn oral rehydration solution for children in single-serve sticks, licensed to prevent dehydration and restore fluids and electrolytes lost to diarrhea and vomiting.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What age can take it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eFrom 1 year: 50 mL at 1 year, 100 mL from 2 to 9 years, larger volumes for older children. \u003cstrong\u003eUnder 1 year, speak to a doctor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How is it different from the adult version?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eSame formula and the same NPN. The difference is dosing - this version carries paediatric volumes by age band, while the adult version is labelled adults only.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What sizes are available?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eA box of 8 sticks or a bag of 20.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why does it contain glucose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eSodium and glucose are absorbed together by a shared transporter, and water follows. That pairing is why an ORS beats plain water.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ Why does flavour matter here?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eA rehydration drink only works if the child drinks it. Berry flavour with stevia, coloured with carrot and blueberry juice, makes that likely.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ What does citrate do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eFluid loss disturbs acid-base balance. Citrate helps correct that, and is not there for taste.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUsage and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How do I give it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eDissolve one stick in 250 mL of water. Age 1: give 50 mL one to two times per episode. Ages 2 to 9: give 100 mL. Maximum 1 L over 24 hours. Give frequently in small amounts.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ When should I call a doctor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf your child is under 1 year, if symptoms persist beyond 24 hours, or at any point with no wet nappy for several hours, no tears when crying, dry mouth, sunken eyes or unusual drowsiness.\u003c\/strong\u003e Also for blood in the stool or high fever.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e➕ How should I store it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left:25px; margin-top:5px; padding-bottom:10px;\"\u003eAt room temperature with the pack sealed. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. 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