PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

Typical Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) contains:

• Glucose (dextrose)
• Sodium chloride (salt)
• Potassium chloride
• Sodium citrate or sodium bicarbonate
• Clean water (as a solvent)

Indication / Uses

Used for:

• Treatment and prevention of dehydration
• Diarrhea (including acute diarrhea in adults and children)
• Vomiting-related fluid loss
• Heat exhaustion
• Fluid and electrolyte replacement

Direction of Use

• Dissolve one sachet in the recommended amount of clean water (usually 1 liter, check pack instructions)
• Stir until fully dissolved
• Drink small frequent sips, especially after each loose stool
• Use prepared solution within 24 hours (discard after that)
• Do not mix with milk, juice, or other drinks

Side Effects

ORS is generally safe, but may cause:

• Mild bloating
• Nausea (if taken too quickly)
• Rarely, mild vomiting

Serious issues (rare, usually from incorrect preparation):

• Worsening dehydration if too concentrated or too diluted
• Electrolyte imbalance if improperly mixed

Warnings

• Always prepare with correct water amount (too strong or too weak can be harmful)
• Use clean or boiled and cooled water
• Not a substitute for medical care in severe dehydration
• Seek medical attention if diarrhea is severe or persistent

Interactions

• No significant drug interactions
• Can be used safely with most medications

Caution

• Use extra caution in infants, elderly, and severely ill patients
• Seek urgent care if signs of severe dehydration occur (sunken eyes, very low urine output, extreme weakness)
• If vomiting prevents keeping fluids down, medical treatment is needed