Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Adult Condition: loose motion |
Dose: Oral – 200 ml to 500 ml Frequency: for each loose motion |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
|
Age: 6 month to 23 months Condition: for each loose motion |
Dose: Oral – 50 ml to 100 ml Note: Child |
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Age: 2 years to 9 years Condition: for each loose motion |
Dose: Oral – 100 ml to 200 ml Note: Child |
Administration
- Mix contents with clean water as directed on package
- Drink the entire solution within 24 hours
Side Effect
- Some studies have reported a slightly increased risk of hyponatraemia (low plasma sodium concentration) in patients who have received this ORS
- However this decrease
- which was very limited
- was not associated with any clinical signs
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No interactions listed
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Kidney Failure (Oliguria)
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Reduced urine output can cause electrolyte imbalance
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Complete Kidney Failure (Anuria)
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No urine output leads to dangerous electrolyte levels
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light & moisture.
Data Sources
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