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Use of ORS POWDER During cough & cold
Can we have ORS or Electral powder during Cough and Cold. If Yes then how much quantity is permissible per day in the hot Sunny day of Delhi in June
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ORS is to be used in case of excessive dehydration. You can still have it during cough or cold.
If you are spending outside most of the time or sweating heavily, you can consume a small packet a day mixed with water.
Make sure the ORS has WHO recommended written on it.
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yes you can..you can consume according to your dehydration status
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There is no issue in having ORS. one sachet per day is advisable
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Hi. I understand your concern. Do a online consult for a detailed analysis of your symptoms and reports to suggest you further management plan and treatment prescription for the same
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Dr. Sivaraj Karri
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10 yrs exp
Kakinada
Not necessary in cold and cough
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
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Hyderabad
Not necessary.
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