BIOLYTE is based off of a D5 1/2 Normal Saline (IV Bag) also known as a D5 1/2 Lactated Ringer. These are used for IV fluid and electrolyte replacements in a non operative setting because they provide energy with dextrose and free water.
BIOLYTE is based off of a D5 1/2 Normal Saline because it is exactly what the human body needs when your body's balance or homeostasis has been altered by exhaustion, sickness, or exercise.

Potassium has to be given very slowly and in small amounts intravenously (through a vein) or it can seriously affect the heart rhythm. It is much safer to give this electrolyte orally and is much needed to replace intracellular potassium losses. After a GI upset (ie. vomiting, diarrhea, etc.) your body loses large amounts of potassium. BIOLYTE has the correct amounts of Potassium to replace what is lost.

The salt in Biolyte is not like regular table salt. Biolyte's exact amounts of Sodium and Chloride match what you would find in a standard IV bag. Plus, Biolyte contains extra Potassium because the balance between these 3 salts or electrolytes is actually what makes our nerves work - helps our brain function, muscles move, and hearts beat. This concentrated amount of Sodium, Chloride, and Potassium was put in Biolyte to help you feel better when your body's balance or homeostasis has been altered by exhaustion, sickness, or exercise.