World Health Organization

Reduced Osmolarity

Oral Rehydration Solution

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sodium chloride (table salt)                                            3/8 teaspoon (1/4 tsp + 1/8 tsp)

 

potassium chloride (Morton Salt Substitute®)     1/4 teaspoon   

 

sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)                                 1/2 teaspoon

 

sucrose (table sugar)                                                     2 Tablespoons + 2 teaspoons

 

tap water                                                                      add to make one liter

 

one liter container

 

 

Directions: To the one liter container, add about 1/2 the needed water. Add the dry ingredients, stir well, and add the remaining water to make a final volume of one liter.

Add Nutrasweet or Splenda based flavoring of choice (like sugar free KoolAid® or Crystal Light®) if desired. Best when chilled in refrigerator. Sip as directed.

 

Discard after 24 hours

 

The above formula provides approximately: 27 grams of sucrose, 70 mEq per liter of sodium, 20 mEq per liter of potassium and 30 mEq per liter of bicarbonate. The final osmolarity is approximately 245 mOsm per liter.