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Do flavor packets for water actually dehydrate you?

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Dr. Lori Lange answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: Artificial flavorings are used in many medications. You can have pediatric antibiotics flavored at the drugstore. They do not cause dehydration.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/9/2019

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