Food poisoning from tap water ice cubes, how to recover.
I think I drank bad ice. What local medicine or pharmacy should I look for in Galle.
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If you suspect you have food poisoning from bad water, immediate hydration is critical. Go to any local pharmacy in Galle they are everywhere and ask for Oral Rehydration Salts ORS, locally known as Jeevani. Mix it with clean bottled water and drink constantly.
If you develop a high fever or the symptoms persist fiercely for more than 48 hours, do not wait. Visit a private hospital in Galle immediately, as you may need prescription antibiotics.
You should also ask the pharmacist for standard anti diarrheal medication and activated charcoal tablets to settle your stomach. The pharmacists in Sri Lanka are highly trained and speak excellent English.
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