TeeJay Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 A friend was taken into hospital earlier following a seizure, and although now home, is understandably feeling like they've run a marathon. Would an isotonic sports drink be a good idea to help them replenish electrolytes and whatnots? Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 I would contact a Dr., nurse or a local epilepsy support centre for that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikellem Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadtorrent Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 PM sent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega_Man Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 I just went to a Medical Forum and asked a question about Replica Watches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
valerian Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 I just went to a Medical Forum and asked a question about Replica Watches. Did you go to an Off-Topic-Emergency-Room? @TJ. Sorry for your friend. I have no idea whether that could be a problem. But I'm sure there's some medical professionals here. Yours kindly Valerian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwhitesox Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 TJ Probably a cup of tea followed by a nap in front of the fire would be better than a sugary drink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southcoast68 Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 I surely hope your friend is doing better, seizures are scary. I have never had one (knock wood), but my wife's nephew has been through some after being involved in a car accident. As he recovers, enrergy drinks and soft drinks like Mountain Dew are off limits to him, and I would imagine any sports drink would fall into the same category. Hopefully some members of the medical community can chime in, but it is really a matter left up to your friends healthcare professional. Although, a few pints and a packet of peanuts is all Authur Dent needed to get through the matter transference beam when the Earth was demolished to make way for a new hyper-space bypass... The best of health to all out there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted April 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 Thanks for all the feedback and good wishes, guys I've been PMd some very useful information, which has been passed on to my friend's wife. (they live quite a distance away, and were the witnesses at my wedding) I guess my main concern was that he is an older gentleman, and might have found something beneficial in such a drink Thanks again, it's much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tenacious_b Posted April 3, 2009 Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 Well, if you want to give him an isotonic sports drink (regardless of why) I would recommend Coconut Water. I use Coconut water as it is the perfectly ph balanced isotonic. Best cure for a hangover, and many many times more effective then gatorade, which is trash. I buy this brand at whole foods stores http://www.vitacoco.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted April 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 Well, if you want to give him an isotonic sports drink (regardless of why) I would recommend Coconut Water. I use Coconut water as it is the perfectly ph balanced isotonic. Best cure for a hangover, and many many times more effective then gatorade, which is trash. I buy this brand at whole foods stores http://www.vitacoco.com/ Thanks for the recommendation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USMC8404 Posted April 5, 2009 Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 Orange juice cut in half with water is a great electrolyte replacement also. Cut with water to avoid upset stomach. Of course make sure your friend is not allergic to oranges. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted April 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 Orange juice cut in half with water is a great electrolyte replacement also. Cut with water to avoid upset stomach. Of course make sure your friend is not allergic to oranges. Thanks for the advice, I'll pass the information along Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Utheman Posted April 5, 2009 Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 Although, a few pints and a packet of peanuts is all Authur Dent needed to get through the matter transference beam when the Earth was demolished to make way for a new hyper-space bypass... +42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Omega_Man Posted April 5, 2009 Report Share Posted April 5, 2009 Orange juice cut in half with water is a great electrolyte replacement also. Cut with water to avoid upset stomach. Of course make sure your friend is not allergic to oranges. Since Orange Juice has zero electrolytes in it, it is pure carbohydrate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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