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Electrolyte powders and sports drinks

An ordinary drink and a concentrated medical or performance product are not the same; check the exact ingredients and purpose.

Direct guidance

What to know or do

If vomiting prevents fluids staying down or urination becomes very infrequent, seek medical assessment rather than repeatedly adding supplements to drinks.

What changes the answer

  • The exact ingredients and caffeine or alcohol shown on the label
  • Serving size and what else you have had across the whole day
  • Whether vomiting, diabetes, dehydration or another condition changes the plan

Check with your care team

When to get individual help

Check the exact item or situation with a doctor, midwife, pharmacist or relevant clinician; the name of a broad category is not enough for a personal decision.