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Electral Sachet 21.80 gm, Pack of 1
Electral Sachet 21.80 gm, Pack of 1
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Electral Sachet 21.80 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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Composition :

DEXTROSE-13.5GM + POTASSIUM CHLORIDE-1.5GM + SODIUM CHLORIDE-2.6GM + SODIUM CITRATE-2.9GM

Manufacturer/Marketer :

FDC Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Electral Sachet 21.80 gm

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is a combination medicine 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.
 
Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is a combination of four drugs, namely: Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, dextrose, and sodium citrate. Electral Sachet 21.80 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.
 
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Electral Sachet 21.80 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 Electral Sachet 21.80 gm

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is used to treat Dehydration

Directions for Use

Powder: Mix the contents in a glass of water and drink.Ready-to-drink pack: Consume the entire contents once opened.

Medicinal Benefits

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is a combination of four drugs, namely: Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, dextrose, and sodium citrate. Electral Sachet 21.80 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. Electral Sachet 21.80 gm helps in replacing the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing dehydration.

How Electral Sachet 21.80 gm Works

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is a combination of four drugs, namely: Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, dextrose, and sodium citrate. Electral Sachet 21.80 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 Electral Sachet 21.80 gm

Take Electral Sachet 21.80 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 Electral Sachet 21.80 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalemia, hyperglycemia, hypernatremia, hyperchloremia, fluid overload, and refeeding syndrome. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Electral Sachet 21.80 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/interactions. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Potassium chlorideDimenhydrinate
Critical
Potassium chlorideDexchlorpheniramine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Potassium chlorideDimenhydrinate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Co-administration of Dimenhydrinate and Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can increase the risk of stomach inflammation.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Dimenhydrinate with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is generally not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, sudden dizziness, vomiting (especially with blood), or dark stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideDexchlorpheniramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine and Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can increase the risk of stomach inflammation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm (in tablet or capsule form) is avoided 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, lightheadedness, vomiting, or dark stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Potassium chlorideSolifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Solifenacin and Electral Sachet 21.80 gm together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and stomach injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solifenacin with Electral Sachet 21.80 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. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Potassium chlorideDarifenacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Darifenacin with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm(oral capsule or tablet) can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Darifenacin with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm(oral capsule or tablet) is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, it 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 taking any medications without doctor's advise.
Potassium chlorideOxybutynin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Coadministration of Oxybutynin with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can increase the risk of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Oxybutynin with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken when a doctor has prescribed it. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness, dizziness, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark stools. Do not discontinue any medication without contacting a doctor.
Potassium chlorideDiphenhydramine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Diphenhydramine with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Diphenhydramine with Electral Sachet 21.80 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), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, contact your doctor. Do not stop taking any medication without consulting your doctor.
Potassium chlorideDoxepin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Doxepin with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Doxepin with Electral Sachet 21.80 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.
Potassium chloridePromethazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Promethazine with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Promethazine with Electral Sachet 21.80 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.
Potassium chloridePropantheline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Propantheline with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can increase the chance of developing stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Propantheline with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, 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.
Potassium chlorideclidinium bromide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 21.80 gm:
Taking Electral Sachet 21.80 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 Electral Sachet 21.80 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.

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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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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

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm Substitute

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if alcohol interacts with Electral Sachet 21.80 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 Electral Sachet 21.80 gm if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide if Electral Sachet 21.80 gm can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe

Electral Sachet 21.80 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 Electral Sachet 21.80 gm in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Electral Sachet 21.80 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

Consult your doctor

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm should be given to children only if advised by the doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Electral Sachet 21.80 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. Electral Sachet 21.80 gm helps replace the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea.

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm helps in replacing the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing dehydration.

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm may increase the risk of hyperkalemia (high level of potassium in the blood). Electral Sachet 21.80 gm should be avoided in patients with or at risk for hyperkalemia.

Electral Sachet 21.80 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.

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm does not stop diarrhoea. It helps prevent and treat dehydration due to diarrhoea.

Electral Sachet 21.80 gm is probably safe for pregnant and lactating women. However, consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Electral Sachet 21.80 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

FDC LIMITED, B-8, MIDC Area, Waluj - 431 136, Dist. Aurangabad, Maharashtra
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Author Details

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:47 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-160671/sodium-chloride-sodium-citrate-potassium-chlor-dextrose-oral/details
  2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/18008s073,18037s073,18629s046,19308s030lbl.pdf
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