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2020-09-29 14:07:56
My father has been diagnosed with COVID +ve. His prescription mention ORS in it. But he has diabetes. Is it safe for him to consume it?
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We do not prescribe ORS for patient of covid 19. Does he have diarrhoea, vomiting, or is he dehydrated?. ORS in a diabetic patient is adviced only when there is any of the above mentioned problems!

Answered2020-09-29 14:43:18

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He can take if he is fully dehydrated.. otherwise plain fluids can be substituted... More than 3 litres per day..

Answered2020-09-29 14:42:27

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