Patent ID: 7026298
Filing Date: 2006-04-11
Classification: A61K,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A method for providing a zinc-containing aqueous solution with improved palatability for oral rehydration therapy to a patient in need thereof comprising administering to said patient said aqueous solution comprising: a. from about 0.3 mEq to about 95 mEq of zinc per liter; b. from about 10 mEq to about 40 mEq of citrate per liter; c. from about 30 niEq to about 95 mEq of sodium per liter; d. from about 10 mEq to about 30 mEq of potassium per liter; and e. a carbohydrate, wherein the carbohydrate is maintained within the composition at less than about 3% w/w.