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diciembre 18, 2025
Alertan sobre riesgos por el consumo de sueros de hidratación: esto debe saber
A través de un comunicado oficial, el Instituto Nacional de Vigilancia de Medicamentos y Alimentos (Invima) pidió a la ciudadanía utilizar de forma responsable y correcta los sueros de hidratación y de rehidratación oral, y aclaró que, aunque se comercializan sin fórmula médica, no deben consumirse como bebidas de uso cotidiano.
TL;DR
- Invima urges responsible and correct use of oral rehydration solutions.
- These solutions are intended for replacing fluids and electrolytes during dehydration, not for daily consumption.
- They are indicated for mild, moderate, or severe dehydration caused by vomiting, diarrhea, or rapid fluid loss.
- Excessive consumption, particularly in children, can lead to dangerous hypernatremia (high sodium levels).
- Contraindications include heart or kidney failure, hypertension, edema, and use of sodium-retaining medications.
- These solutions are not meant for general hydration, headaches, hangovers, or energy boosts.
- Mixing with alcohol or concurrent use with other over-the-counter medications requires medical guidance.
- Products must have current labeling and sanitary registration.