On August 21, 2025, the Consumer Affairs Agency granted approval for special dietary food labeling to Fine Co., Ltd. (Corporate Number: 5120001052809) for their product "Oral Rehydration Solution NID Powder Type" under Article 43, Paragraph 1 of the Health Promotion Act (Approval Number: 2025002).
Approved Labeling Content "This product is a food for patients suitable for replenishing water and electrolytes in dehydrated states caused by diarrhea and vomiting from infectious gastroenteritis."
Product Features and Significance This powder-type oral rehydration solution received approval in the category of food for patients, specifically targeting dehydration symptoms caused by infectious gastroenteritis. Oral rehydration solutions are medical-use beverages formulated to the WHO (World Health Organization) recommended concentrations for efficient replenishment of fluids and electrolytes (sodium, potassium, etc.) during body fluid loss from diarrhea and vomiting.
Position within the Special Dietary Food System Special dietary foods are approved after rigorous scientific review as foods responding to the special nutritional needs of infants, children, pregnant/nursing women, patients, and others. With this approval, Fine Co., Ltd.'s product can be sold with appropriate labeling as "Food for Patients (Oral Rehydration Solution)," supporting appropriate consumer choice in medical institutions, pharmacies, and other establishments.