Vomiting or diarrhoea — hydration help
Sudden vomiting or diarrhoea? Check whether it can be managed at home. Quinn checks how much fluid is staying down and screens for dehydration or bleeding, then a clinician advises on the safest next step.
- No appointment or video call
- NZ clinician reviewed
- Pay only if approved
What to expect
Talk to Quinn, our AI assistant. A NZ clinician reviews your history and decides your care.
- For a simple tummy bug, a clinician can give a clear drinking plan and advise on safe symptom relief
- The clinician may arrange testing if the history suggests it is needed
- Dehydration, bleeding, severe pain or higher health risk needs same-day assessment
Is this service right for me?
Start an online assessment if…
- Some fluid is staying down and there are no major dehydration or bleeding signs
- The illness is short and there is no severe localised pain or high-risk health factor
Use another service first if…
- Unable to keep fluids down, very little urine, marked dizziness or drowsiness
- Blood in vomit or stool, severe or localised abdominal pain, high fever or shaking chills
When to get care sooner
Some symptoms need urgent or in-person care.
See a doctor today if you…
- can't keep fluids down
- pass little or no urine
- become very dizzy or drowsy
- see blood in your stool or vomit
- have severe tummy pain
- aren't settling
About vomiting or diarrhoea — hydration help
Gastroenteritis is a short-term tummy bug that usually causes vomiting, diarrhoea or both, most often from a virus or contaminated food. It generally clears up by itself within a few days, with keeping hydrated being the main priority.
- A short episode of vomiting, diarrhoea or both
- Cramping or nausea without severe localised pain, bleeding or marked dehydration
How your online consultation works
No appointment or video call to book. See the current clinician review time before you start.
- Tell QuinnDescribe your concern in your own words. Quinn, our AI assistant, gathers the information for your clinician.
- Clinician reviewA registered NZ clinician reviews your history and decides your care. They may ask for more detail.
- Receive your careApproved documents are saved in My care. Any prescription goes to your chosen pharmacy.
Keep your usual GP. You choose whether to share your approved consultation summary with your usual practice.
What we’ll ask about
Answer naturally. Quinn follows up on what matters to your situation, using these topics for the assessment.
- Vomiting, diarrhoea, duration, fluid intake, urine and change over time
- Blood or mucus, localised or severe pain, high fever, shaking chills or dehydration
- Age, frailty, travel, work or outbreak risk, recent hospital care and immune health
Frequently asked questions
How do I keep fluids down if I'm vomiting?
Small, frequent sips work better than large drinks. If fluid will not stay down at all, seek same-day care.
Is gastroenteritis contagious?
Yes, bugs like norovirus and rotavirus spread easily between people. That's why thorough handwashing after the toilet and before preparing food matters.
How long does gastroenteritis usually last?
Most cases are short-lived and settle by themselves within a few days. Symptoms lasting longer than 3 days can be a sign to get it checked.
Fees and practical details
Your consultation fee is shown before submission. Your card is charged only if care is approved; medicine and pharmacy costs are separate.