Hydration - rehydration IV drip

A rehydration IV drip is an intravenous fluid infusion that quickly restores the body's proper hydration level. The basis of the infusion is Optylite 500 ml - a balanced multi-electrolyte fluid with an ionic composition close to that of blood plasma, which replenishes water and electrolytes directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system.

Unlike drinking water, intravenous hydration acts immediately and does not depend on the rate of absorption in the intestines - which is why it works well when the body has lost a lot of fluids in a short time. The procedure usually takes about 1 hour and is performed exclusively by qualified medical staff.

The base of the rehydration drip is Optylite 500 ml - a balanced multi-electrolyte fluid. In the Standard variant it is the only ingredient of the infusion: hydration and electrolyte replenishment alone, without any vitamin additions. The higher variants extend the composition:

• VIP - Optylite is joined by magnesium, which takes part in the work of the muscles and the nervous system, and vitamin B12, involved in the production of red blood cells and in energy metabolism.
• Exclusive - Optylite with magnesium and a full B-vitamin complex (B1, B6, B12), and in addition a second bottle: NaCl 250 ml, which increases the volume of fluids administered, with the TAD 600 preparation with antioxidant action.

Intravenous hydration works above all in situations where the body has lost a lot of fluids in a short time:

• After intense physical exercise - when the body has lost fluids and electrolytes through sweat.
• During hot weather - with increased sweating and a risk of dehydration.
• After a feverish infection - when an elevated temperature increased water loss.
• In states of general weakness - when fatigue is accompanied by thirst and dry skin.

Before the infusion, the medical staff conducts an interview and assesses any contraindications. A rehydration drip is not recommended, among others, in severe kidney or heart failure.