Monograph Details
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Nutrition
> Dehydration
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ENFALYTE |
| Manufacturer |
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Mead Johnson Nutritionals |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Fluid & electrolyte replacement. |
| Generic Name |
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Rice syrup solids 30g, sodium 50mEq, potassium 25mEq, chloride 45mEq, citrate 34mEq, Calories 126; per liter; fruit-flavor liq. |
| Indications |
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Oral fluid and electrolyte replacement in mild to moderate diarrhea. |
| Adults and Children |
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<5yrs: see literature. 5–10yrs: may give 1–2 quarts/day. Older children and adults: may give ≥ 2 quarts/day. |
| Contraindications |
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As sole therapy in severe diarrhea. Intractable vomiting. Adynamic ileus. Intestinal obstruction. Perforated bowel. Anuria. Oliguria. Impaired homeostatic mechanisms. |
| Precautions |
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Adjust intake of other electrolyte containing liquids. Avoid carbonated or fruit drinks. Maintain correct caloric intake. |
| How Supplied |
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Liq—6oz |
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