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Oral Rehydration Solution
💊 Used for: Diarrhea, dehydration prevention
Formulation
Solution
WHO ORS sachet dissolved in 1L water
Dose Range
50–100 mg/kg
Max Daily
200 mg/kg
Frequency
Frequent small amounts
Max Single
10000 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: WHO ORS sachet dissolved in 1L water
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 250–500 mg | 277.8–555.6 ml | ≤ 1000 mg |
| 6 kg | 300–600 mg | 333.3–666.7 ml | ≤ 1200 mg |
| 7 kg | 350–700 mg | 388.9–777.8 ml | ≤ 1400 mg |
| 8 kg | 400–800 mg | 444.4–888.9 ml | ≤ 1600 mg |
| 9 kg | 450–900 mg | 500.0–1000.0 ml | ≤ 1800 mg |
| 10 kg | 500–1000 mg | 555.6–1111.1 ml | ≤ 2000 mg |
| 12 kg | 600–1200 mg | 666.7–1333.3 ml | ≤ 2400 mg |
| 15 kg | 750–1500 mg | 833.3–1666.7 ml | ≤ 3000 mg |
| 18 kg | 900–1800 mg | 1000.0–2000.0 ml | ≤ 3600 mg |
| 20 kg | 1000–2000 mg | 1111.1–2222.2 ml | ≤ 4000 mg |
| 25 kg | 1250–2500 mg | 1388.9–2777.8 ml | ≤ 5000 mg |
| 30 kg | 1500–3000 mg | 1666.7–3333.3 ml | ≤ 6000 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Must be prepared correctly
- •Do not boil after preparation
- •Use within 24 hours
Possible Side Effects
- •Generally safe when used as directed
- •Overconsumption: hyponatremia (if water not measured correctly)
- •High osmolality: osmotic diarrhea
- •Zinc deficiency: adjust formulation
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