Oral rehydration salt therapy utilizes glucose and electrolyte
solution to prevent dehydration.
- The utilization of sodium-glucose co-transport in small
intestine is the core phenomena of this therapy. Glucose
also plays a important role provoding necessary calories,
at the same time along with the administered electrolytes,
enhances the transport of water across the intestinal
barrier through osmosis.
- ORS is indicated for the replacement of fluid and
electrolytes loss due to diarrhea , vomiting and in other
conditions of fluid loss.
Daily dose to be adjusted based on the requirement for
replacement and maintenance of fluid losses of patients.
- Or as directed by the physician.
Directions for use:
- Cut open the sachet & empty the powder in 750 ml of
drinking water & mix well. Do not boil the solution.
- Orally feed the solution to the patient in small amounts
as per the need. In case of vomiting , wait for
10 minutes & give again. Refer the patient to a doctor in
case of persistent vomiting and or continuous diarrhea.
- In between the feeds, supplement by other liquids
(breast milk in case of infants), fruit juice &light food.
- The reconstituted ORS solution is to be stored in
refrigerator for not more than 24 hours due to possibility
of bacterial contamination. Discard unused solution after
24 hours and make up fresh solution if required.
Each sachet contains :-
- sodium chloride 1.95 gm.
- potassium chloride 1.125 gm.
- Trisodium citrate dihydrate 2.175 gm.
- Glucose anhydrous 10.125 gm.
ORS is contraindicated in patients with paralytic ileus,
renal failure, vomiting due to intestinal obstructions or
bowel perforation.
Vomiting, overhydration and hypernatraemia.
Severe dehydration requires parenteral fluid therapy.
Caution to be exercised in patients with impaired renal
functions.
- Box containing 20 sachets.
- Sachets: Store below 30 °C. Protected from light and
moisture
- Solution should be stored in refrigerator and used within
24 hours.
