Ors Apple Drink

Composition of Ors Apple Drink

Ors Apple Drink contains Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) powder (WHO ORS formulation): Glucose (anhydrous), Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride, Trisodium citrate dihydrate (strengths vary by sachet size). It belongs to the Oral rehydration salts (glucose-electrolyte solution) class of medicines.

Uses of Ors Apple Drink

• Prevention and treatment of dehydration due to diarrhea
• vomiting
• excessive sweating/heat
• and fluid loss; helps restore electrolytes

Key benefits

• Replenishes fluids lost in diarrhea/vomiting
• Restores electrolytes (sodium/potassium)
• Helps prevent dehydration
• Supports faster recovery from fluid loss

How Ors Apple Drink works

ORS provides glucose and electrolytes that enhance sodium and water absorption in the intestine via sodium-glucose co-transport. This helps rapidly replace lost fluids and salts and correct dehydration.

How to take Ors Apple Drink

Dissolve the entire contents of the sachet in the specified quantity of clean drinking water as per pack instructions; stir well. Give small, frequent sips; can be taken with or without food. Use the prepared solution within 24 hours; do not add sugar or boil after reconstitution.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Ors Apple Drink as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Ors Apple Drink than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Ors Apple Drink

Most side effects of Ors Apple Drink are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• vomiting
• bloating

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Ors Apple Drink

Warnings and precautions

Use only as directed for dilution—incorrect mixing can be harmful. Use caution in severe dehydration, shock, persistent vomiting, bloody diarrhea, high fever, or if symptoms persist >24 hours—seek medical care. Use with caution in kidney disease, heart failure, or patients on salt-restricted diets. Not a substitute for IV fluids in severe dehydration. Diabetics should use with medical advice due to glucose content.

Interactions with other medicines

No significant drug interactions when used as directed; separate from other oral medicines by ~1-2 hours if vomiting is present

How to store Ors Apple Drink

Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep sachet tightly sealed until use. Store reconstituted solution in a clean covered container and use within 24 hours (preferably refrigerated).

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

JNTL Consumer Health (india) Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Oral rehydration therapy

Drug class:

Oral rehydration salts (glucose-electrolyte solution)