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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water). It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories and helps in replacing the fluids and minerals. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Mankind Pharma Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water). It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is a combination of four drugs, namely: Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, dextrose, and sodium citrate. Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm helps in replacing the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing dehydration.

In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as mild nausea and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

You can take Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm with food or as advised by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before use. Depending on your medical conditions, your doctor will advise the dose and duration of Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm should be given to children only if advised by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is used to treat dehydration. The detailed uses of Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm are as follows:

  • Treats dehydration: Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm helps restore body fluids lost due to conditions like vomiting or diarrhoea.
  • Replenishes electrolytes: Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm provides essential minerals like sodium and potassium to maintain proper fluid and electrolyte balance.
  • Provides energy: Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm contains dextrose, which supplies quick energy and supports metabolic needs.
  • Supports overall recovery: By restoring water, electrolytes, and calories, Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm aids in faster recovery from dehydration and related weakness.

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Directions for Use

  • Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can be taken with food to help with absorption and to reduce any potential stomach upset.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Shake the bottle well before use.
  • Measure the suggested dose using the measuring cup provided with the pack and administer it orally.
  • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.

Key Benefits

  • Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is a combination of four drugs, namely: Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, dextrose, and sodium citrate.
  • Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water).
  • It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories.
  • Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm helps in replacing the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. This helps in treating and preventing dehydration.

How Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm Works

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is a combination of four drugs, namely: Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, dextrose, and sodium citrate. Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm helps in replacing the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing dehydration.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm

Take Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm only as advised by the physician. When used improperly, it can lead to salt toxicity. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents.
  • Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalemia, hyperglycemia, hypernatremia, hyperchloremia, fluid overload, or refeeding syndrome.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm should be given to children only if advised by a doctor.
  • Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Potassium chloridePhenindamine
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How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Phenindamine and Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Phenindamine with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.
How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Promethazine with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Promethazine with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.
How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Doxepin with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Doxepin with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Chlorpheniramine and Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Chlorpheniramine with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Co-administration of trihexyphenidyl with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking trihexyphenidyl with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, black stools contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting to a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Biperiden with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Biperiden with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cyproheptadine with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medication without talking to a doctor.
Potassium chlorideclidinium bromide
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How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm with clidinium bromide may increase the risk of irritant effects of potassium on your stomach and upper intestine.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm with clidinium bromide is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, black, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Clemastine and Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm(in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Clemastine with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm:
Taking Difenoxin and Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and other gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Difenoxin with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
  • If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
  • Consume foods rich in water content such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussel sprouts, apples, etc.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ELECTROLYTE REPLACEMENT]
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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Consult your doctor before taking Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide if Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm does not affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment as it may cause hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, and/or fluid retention.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm should be given to children only if advised by the doctor.

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Heart

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can be taken even if you have heart problems, but only under medical supervision.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can be used in geriatric patients, but with extra caution and monitoring.

FAQs

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water). It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories. Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm helps replace the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea.

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm helps in replacing the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing dehydration.

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high level of potassium in the blood). Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm should be avoided in patients with or at risk for hyperkalemia.

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm should be used with caution in patients with impaired glucose tolerance. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised.

The risk for hyponatremia is increased in elderly, paediatric patients, postoperative patients and patients who are taking drugs which may increase the risk of hyponatremia. Close clinical monitoring in such patients is advised.

Consult your doctor before taking corticosteroids or corticotropin as it may increase the risk of sodium fluid retention.

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm does not stop diarrhoea. It helps prevent and treat dehydration due to diarrhoea.

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm is probably safe for pregnant and lactating women. However, consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Electrokind Sachet 21.5 gm can be given to children if advised by the doctor. Talk to the doctor if you have any concerns.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
Other Info - ELE0019

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