Correspondence: Newer oral rehydration solution OS-1 for emesis gravidarum

Atsushi Imai, Kazutoshi Matsunami, Hiroshi Takagi, Satoshi Ichigo

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Matsunami General Hospital, Gifu, Japan.

DOI: 10.4236/health.2012.45045                

Abstract

Though nausea and vomiting are quite common in pregnancy, hyperemesis is found in only 1 - 2 patients per 100. Appropriate oral fluid and electrolyte replacement is the initial treatment regimen for patients with mild to moderate emesis to avoid hyperemesis gravidarum defined as dehydration, electrolyte unbalance and ketosis. A newer oral rehydration solution OS-1 therapy may be safe and feasible in the mild to moderate emesis gravidarum population. Physicians are encouraged to use this practice to maintain the amount of water in the body and electrolytes and to improve the patient’s comfort.

Keywords

Hyperemesis Gravidarum; Nausea and Vomiting During Pregnancy; Oral Rehydration Solution; OS-1

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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