Survey: Pharmacists prefer oral rehydration solutions with electrolytes, low sugar

SAN FRANCISCO — As many as 94% of pharmacists approve of DripDrop as a treatment for dehydration, the company announced Thursday. The study found that pharmacists prefer oral rehydration solutions that contain electrolytes and low sugar, with nearly 3-in-5 pharmacists indicating that electrolyte concentration of DripDrop served as key factor in DripDrop’s selection.

 

“Consumers put their trust in pharmacists to help guide them towards the best treatments and remedies for their medical conditions, so it was crucial for us to understand their point of view on DripDrop and, hopefully, gain their approval,” stated Doug Wolf, CEO of DripDrop. “The study showed that DripDrop was overwhelmingly approved by pharmacists as a treatment for conditions often caused by, indicative of, or resulting in dehydration, such as fatigue, excessive sweating and gastroenteritis.”

 

Available in lemon or berry flavors, DripDrop's patented formula contains a precise ratio of sodium, sugars and potassium to optimize absorption and speed recovery. It has 25% more electrolytes than pediatric solutions, half the sugar of most sports drinks and does not contain any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. 

 

The research was conducted by MD Analytics between Oct. 14 and Nov. 7, 2014, and included a survey of 300 pharmacists in the United States.