(Baxter) Sodium Chloride 0.9% w/v Intravenous Infusion BP (Viaflo bag) Solution for infusion

Sodium Chloride 0.9% IV prep
9g/l
BAXTER HEALTH CARE LIMITED
Pack size 10 Bags (1000 ml)
Dispensing mode POM
Source UK
AgentALPHAMED DRUG STORE
Retail Price 81.00 AED

Indications

(Baxter) Sodium Chloride 0.9% w/v Intravenous Infusion BP (Viaflo bag) Solution for infusion is used for: IV preparations: Dehydration, Excessive sweating, Water and electrolyte imbalance, Metabolic alkalosis, Diluting or dissolving drugs.

Adult Dose

Adult: IV preparations: IV Replacement of fluid and electrolytes As 0.9% soln: Dosage depends on age, wt, clinical condition and laboratory determinations of the patient. Hypernatraemia As 0.9% soln: Dosage depends on age, wt, clinical condition and laboratory determinations of the patient. Irrigation Irrigation of the bladder, eye, general skin and wound cleansing As 0.9% soln: Use as directed.

Child Dose

Child IV preparations: IV Replacement of fluid and electrolytes As 0.9% soln: Dosage depends on age, wt, clinical condition and laboratory determinations of the patient. Hypernatraemia As 0.9% soln: Dosage depends on age, wt, clinical condition and laboratory determinations of the patient. Irrigation Irrigation of the bladder, eye, general skin and wound cleansing As 0.9% soln: Use as directed.

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

IV preparations: Conditions whereby admin of sodium chloride would be detrimental. Not to be used to induce emesis. Sustained release tablets: GI disorders associated with strictures or diverticula.

Precautions

IV preparations: Hypertension, heart failure, peripheral or pulmonary oedema, impaired renal function, liver cirrhosis, preeclampsia. Maintain adequate water intake. Pregnancy. Inj of 3 or 5% sodium chloride solution should be given via a large vein at a rate not exceeding 100 ml/hr. Monitor fluid balance, serum electrolytes and acid base balance espcially during prolonged treatment. Caution when used in patients who are receiving corticosteroids or corticotropin.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

May affect serum concentrations of lithium.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Sodium Chloride 0.9% IV prep : IV preparations: Hypernatraemia; thirst, reduced salivation and lachrymation, fever, tachycardia, hypertension, headache, dizziness, restlessness, irritability and weakness. Burning or irritation of the eye may occur temporarily when first applied. Other side effects are redness, pain, swelling in or around the eyes, sensitivity to light, and headache. Potentially Fatal: Intra-amniotic inj of hypertonic solutions: Disseminated intravascular coagulation, renal necrosis, cervical and uterine lesions, pulmonary embolism, pneumonia and death.

Mechanism of Action

Sodium chloride is the major extracellular cation. It is important in electrolyte and fluid balance, osmotic pressure control and water distribution as it restores sodium ions. It is used as a source of electrolytes and water for hydration, treatment of metabolic acidosis, priming solution in haemodialysis and treatment of hyperosmolar diabetes. It is also used as diluents for infusion of compatible drug additives. Nasal Preparation: It moisturizes the nose, helps to dissolve and loosen thick mucus.

Note

(Baxter) Sodium Chloride 0.9% w/v Intravenous Infusion BP (Viaflo bag) 9g/l Solution for infusion manufactured by BAXTER HEALTH CARE LIMITED. Its generic name is Sodium Chloride 0.9% IV prep. (Baxter) Sodium Chloride 0.9% w/v Intravenous Infusion BP (Viaflo bag) is availble in United Arab Emirates. Farmaco UAE drug index information on (Baxter) Sodium Chloride 0.9% w/v Intravenous Infusion BP (Viaflo bag) Solution for infusion is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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