Ora-D Orange Flavor Glucose 4.70 g / Vitamin C 60 mg per sachet

Indication

Electrolyte powder (health supplement) for the oral treatment of dehydration with associated minerals and vitamins — for rapid rehydration during travel, hot or dry conditions, vigorous exercise, cold and flu, vomiting and diarrhoea, or after alcohol.

Ingredients

• Glucose 4.70 g
• Sodium 3.14 mEq
• Citrate 1.15 mEq
• Potassium 0.27 mEq
• Calcium 0.16 mEq
• Vitamin C 60 mg
• Vitamin B1 0.15 mg
• Vitamin B2 0.15 mg
• Vitamin B6 0.15 mg

Direction

Dissolve the sachet in water and drink. Unless otherwise directed by a physician, give according to the patient's needs and level of thirst. Recommended daily amount: infants below 6 months 2–3 sachets; 6 months to 2 years 3–4 sachets; 2 to 5 years 4–10 sachets; over 5 years as desired. Continue normal feeding and breastfeeding during rehydration; dosage may be adjusted based on the severity of dehydration and medical advice.

Side effects

• Generally well tolerated
• mild nausea or vomiting may occur if taken too quickly
• Seek medical care if vomiting
• diarrhoea or signs of dehydration persist or worsen
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.

Precautions

• Health supplement
• dissolve only in the amount of water directed — do not make it more concentrated
• Contains glucose: people with diabetes should consult a doctor
• Patients with kidney disease
• heart failure or on potassium
• restricted diets should consult a doctor
• Severe dehydration in infants requires urgent medical care
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop if irritation or allergy occurs.