Sodium Chloride 0.9% IV Soln

Electrolyte & Combinations

Indications

As maintenance solution for children with hyponatraemic and hypokalaemic dehydration due to severe diarrhoea etc. For adults whose oral intake of water and electrolytes is insufficient due to various conditions. As electrolyte infusion solution for infants, children and adults.

Dosage

Adults: 500-1000 mL at the rate of 300-500 mL/hr (about 75-125 drops per min).

Adverse Effects

Cerebral, pulmonary and peripheral oedema, congestive heart failure, acidosis and electrolyte imbalance may occur with a large volume and/or rapid infusion.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Precautions: Renal failure due to renal diseases. Cardiac failure. Reduced urinary output due to obstructive urinary tract diseases. Hypertonic dehydration. Sodium Chloride content of this solution is 9.0 gm/litre whereas, the daily requirement of NaCl for an adult is 3-6 gm. Therefore, care should be taken in those cases where salt intake is restricted as in oedema, hypertension etc.

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