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Can diabetics take ORS?
Since my mother is diabetic, is it advisable for her to take ORS in case the need arises? Since times are unstable, I had this question.
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Yes or no depend on sugar report and bp
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
There are sugar free packets available too you can go for it.
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Dr. Sritama Sen
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1 yrs exp
Kolkata
Yes ORS can only be taken if it is utmost necessary . Like in extreme dehydration or loose stool or if she get hypoglycemic episodes ( sudden fall in blood glucose ) .
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Dr. Vishal Waster
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8 yrs exp
Pune
No
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Dr. Aman Qureshi
General Physician
3 yrs exp
Nagpur
Yes. She can take ORS solutions in need. Keep taking your diabetic medications.
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