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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma

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About Electral Sachet

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

Dehydration

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Directions for Use

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

Key Benefits

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

Drug Warnings

Do not take Electral Sachet 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 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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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Taking Olanzapine with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Olanzapine and Electral Sachet 4.4 gm is not recommended as it leads to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe abdominal pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), loss of appetite, and/or black, tarry stools, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Taking Biperiden with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Biperiden with Electral Sachet 4.4 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 Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
The combination of Amitriptyline and Electral Sachet 4.4 gm may cause stomach and upper intestinal discomfort. (Only applicable to an oral preparation)

How to manage the interaction:
Although co-administration of Amitriptyline and Electral Sachet 4.4 gm is not recommended as it can possibly lead to an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden dizziness or lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting (in particular with blood), decreased hunger, and black stools while taking these medications, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without talking to a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Taking Mepenzolate and Electral Sachet 4.4 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 Mepenzolate with Electral Sachet 4.4 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 Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Using Eplerenone together with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm may significantly increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Electral Sachet 4.4 gm with eplerenone is not recommended. You can take these medicines if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or an irregular heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Taking Doxepin with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Doxepin with Electral Sachet 4.4 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 chloridePhenindamine
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How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Taking Phenindamine and Electral Sachet 4.4 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 Electral Sachet 4.4 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 Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine and Electral Sachet 4.4 gm can increase the risk of stomach inflammation.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Dexchlorpheniramine with Electral Sachet 4.4 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 chlorideOrphenadrine (citrate)
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How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Combining Orphenadrine with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Orphenadrine (citrate) with Electral Sachet 4.4 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.
How does the drug interact with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm:
Taking Trospium with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Trospium with Electral Sachet 4.4 gm is not recommended as it may lead to an interaction, it 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.

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]

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

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

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Electral Sachet 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 in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Electral Sachet 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

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

FAQs

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

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

Electral Sachet 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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

FDC LIMITED, B-8, MIDC Area, Waluj - 431 136, Dist. Aurangabad, Maharashtra
Other Info - ELE0012

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