Observers of Ramandan need to take extra care to maintain hydration and electrolyte levels during fasting. It’s a time when even healthy people may lose weight, feel less energetic than usual, and be prone to digestive issues such as constipation and bloating. Over time, chronic dehydration can lead to dry skin, brain fog, stiffness of the joints, and fainting or fits.

Many people don’t realise that abstaining from food, rather than just water and other drinks, makes them prone to dehydration. On average, we get about 20% of the body’s water needs through digesting the food we consume throughout the day, so this deficiency needs to be addressed to avoid unwanted side effects and even serious health complications. 

Anyone observing a fasting period, whether for religious reasons or as part of a diet regimen, needs to pay careful attention to their hydration levels, because it is likely that they are losing more fluids than they are taking in. This is particularly the case for strict observers of Ramadan who abstain from drinking as well as food from dawn until dusk.

Dehydration not only makes us feel thirsty and lightheaded with an unpleasantly dry mouth, but it can also have more serious consequences. This is because we are not only depleted of water, but also of essential minerals known as electrolytes that are contained in bodily fluids. 

These minerals, such as sodium, chloride, calcium, potassium and magnesium help the body to regulate fluid levels, and they cannot be quickly replaced once the balance is upset. This is because even if you drink a lot of water, your body’s cells will be less efficient at absorbing it. 

Electrolytes serve other important functions in keeping the liver, heart, and muscles functioning properly. Symptoms of a possible electrolyte imbalance include mental fogginess or confusion, muscle cramps or weakness, numbness or tingling, slow or arrhythmic heartbeat, low blood pressure, vomiting or feeling sick, and tiredness and fatigue. 

Dehydration over a longer period of time can cause toxins to build up in the body, which can lead to digestive problems, unhealthy looking skin, dry eyes, and stiff joints. If it is very severe, it may even cause fainting, seizures, brain damage or death.

O.R.S Hydration Tablets are the only NHS-prescribed electrolyte tablets following WHO (World Health Organisation) hydration guidelines.

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You should use O.R.S Hydration Tablets during the hours when eating and drinking is allowed - after the sunset, and before the sunrise. Take O.R.S electrolyte solution:

• During Suhoor: together with your pre-dawn meal. The time for Suhoor ends at dawn, just before the Fajr prayer.
• During Iftar: together with your meal after the sunset
• Between Iftar and Suhoor: hydrate smart - dissolve O.R.S tablet(s) in plain water and sip during the time when eating/drinking is allowed. Avoid fizzy and sugary drinks.

It’s advisable to hydrate in smaller amounts for the first two hours before and after the fasting period, rather than drink a large volume of water in one go. This is because the body can’t process a sudden influx of fluid as well, and most of it will pass straight through. 

Our pharmacist-formulated electrolyte tablets support and overall health, recovery and sports performance, keeping you energised and hydrated no matter the occasion.

Our hydration tablets are family-safe (ages 3+) and designed for every need.

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Daily electrolyte hydration support tablets for all adults and children (3+ years) that are dehydrated or simply want to hydrate more effectively.

O.R.S Original Hydration tablets may be given to children under 3, provided it is under the guidance / supervision / recommendation of a healthcare professional such as a nurse, pharmacist or doctor.

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Advanced electrolyte formula with magnesium + vitamin D for all athletes, sports enthusiasts, and those who enjoy long sweaty exercises and intense training. Suitable for adults and children (12+ years).

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Combines essential electrolytes with vitamin C & D, iron and zinc for daily immune + hydration support. Suitable for adults and children (12+ years).

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Paediatrician-recommended, gluten-free hydration in child-friendly strawberry flavour.

Can be used by kids and adults of all ages, however for children under 3 years of age, the dosage should be 10ml per kg of bodyweight and given in small sips. We recommend using ORS under the recommendation of a doctor or pharmacist for children under 3.

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Dissolve 2 tablets (O.R.S Original or O.R.S Kids) in 200ml of water and drink 10ml of dissolved solution per kg of body weight in small sips.

For use under 3 we would recommend using this same dosage regimen under the guidance and/or supervision of a healthcare professional such as a nurse, pharmacist or doctor.