VITAMIN D

It is a fat soluble vitamin. Therefore the powder form is advised to be taken in milk which has milk fats. If taken in water it should be after a proper meal, either lunch or dinner.

Any form of Vitamin D (capsule, tablet, liquid, or powder) should be taken after food that has fat content to improve the absorption.

Never take it with tea, coffee, green tea, colas, chocolate drinks, or any caffeine based drinks. Absorption will be poor.

Allopathic drugs like statins for cholesterol, laxatives, steroids, anti-epileptic drugs, antacids, diuretics (in many BP lowering drugs) can lower Vitamin D levels in the body.

The dose of 60000 units is generally applicable for all age groups unless prescribed otherwise. Please check with your physician the dosage recommended in your case.

ORS: Oral Rehydration Solution

Oral Rehydration Solution or Oral Rehydration Therapy or Oral Rehydration Salts: ORS is a mixture of sugar and electrolytes mixed in water to maintain the electrolytes and fluid balance in the body.

The common ingredients are salts of sodium and potassium with glucose. Some brands may add prebiotics and zinc to the mixture.

Homemade ORS can be made by adding 6 teaspoons of sugar + half a teaspoon of salt to one liter of water.

ORS solution helps as a first-aid remedy in
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Low blood pressure
Low blood sugar
Heat stroke
Muscle cramps from dehydration
till you see your health care provider for proper treatment.

Also, check with your physician beforehand that there are no salt and sugar restrictions in your case.