Product introduction
Electral Orange Sachet is an over-the-counter oral rehydration powder used to replace the water and salts the body loses during diarrhoea, vomiting, or heavy sweating. It combines salts and glucose in ratios designed to help the gut absorb fluid faster than plain water alone. Being orange-flavoured, it's often easier to get children and adults to drink through an illness than an unflavoured version. It's a supportive remedy for dehydration and doesn't treat the underlying cause of fluid loss, such as an infection.
Storage: Store in a dry place, away from direct heat and moisture
Uses of Electral Orange Sachet
- Replacing fluids lost during diarrhoea or vomiting
- Restoring electrolyte balance after excessive sweating
- General rehydration support during illness or hot weather
- Preventing dehydration when fluid intake has been low
Benefits of Electral Orange Sachet
Replaces both water and essential salts in one dose, which plain water alone cannot do,The added glucose helps the intestine absorb sodium and water more efficiently,Easy to prepare at home and safe for routine use during common bouts of stomach upset
Side effects of Electral Orange Sachet
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Mild bloating if prepared too concentrated
- Nausea if consumed too quickly on an empty stomach
- Loose stools if taken in excess of what's needed
- Stomach discomfort in sensitive individuals
How to use Electral Orange Sachet
Empty one full sachet into exactly one litre of clean drinking water and stir until fully dissolved.,Sip the solution through the day rather than drinking it all at once, especially during ongoing fluid loss.,Prepare a fresh batch every 24 hours and discard any solution left over from the previous day.
How Electral Orange Sachet works
The sachet supplies a precise mix of sodium, potassium, and citrate salts to replace what's lost through diarrhoea, vomiting, or sweating.,Dextrose (glucose) in the mix works alongside sodium to pull water across the intestinal wall more efficiently than water taken alone.,Together, this restores blood volume and electrolyte levels faster, helping reduce the fatigue and weakness that come with dehydration.
Substitutes for Electral Orange Sachet
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
No specific interaction is documented; check with a doctor if you're rehydrating after heavy drinking and have other health conditions.
Generally used safely in pregnancy for rehydration, but it's best to confirm with your doctor for your specific situation.
No specific concern is documented, but check with your doctor if you have any underlying condition.
An electrolyte and glucose solution, it isn't known to cause drowsiness or affect alertness.
The product label advises caution in people with reduced kidney function, since electrolyte handling can be impaired.
No specific liver-related concern is documented, but people with liver disease should confirm the right rehydration routine with their doctor.
Quick tips
- Always measure a full litre of water per sachet — a stronger mix isn't more effective and can upset the stomach
- Use cooled, boiled or safe drinking water to prepare the solution
- Offer small, frequent sips rather than large amounts at once, especially to children
- Don't use solution that's been sitting for more than 24 hours
- Seek medical care if diarrhoea or vomiting is severe, prolonged, or accompanied by high fever
Fact box
| Chemical class | Not specified |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) |
| Action class | Not specified |
Frequently asked questions
How much water should I mix with one sachet?
Dissolve the full contents of one sachet in exactly one litre of clean drinking water — using less water makes the solution too concentrated.
Can I use it for plain dehydration, not just diarrhoea?
Yes, it's commonly used for any situation involving significant fluid loss, including heavy sweating in hot weather or after intense physical activity.
Is it safe for children?
It's widely used for children experiencing diarrhoea or vomiting, but the exact amount and frequency should be guided by a doctor, especially for infants.
Can I keep leftover solution for the next day?
No — once mixed, the solution should be used within 24 hours and any remainder discarded, since it can degrade or become contaminated after that.
Does it replace medical treatment for severe diarrhoea?
No — it supports rehydration but doesn't treat infections or other underlying causes, so persistent or severe symptoms still need medical attention.