Category:

• Electrolyte and water

Description:

• Fluid and electrolyte replenishment solution

Indications:

• Source of water and electrolytes

• Alkalinizing agent

Contraindications:

• None known

Precautions:

• Pregnancy category A

• CHF, renal insufficiency, edema states with sodium retention

• Hyperkalemia, metabolic or respiratory alkalosis

• DO NOT administer simultaneously with blood through same administration set because of the likelihood of coagulation

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

• fever, infection at administration site, venous thrombosis

• extravasation, hypervolemia

Dosage:

Administered intravenously

• IV: 

  • dose is dependent upon age, weight, and clinical condition of the patient as well as laboratory determinations.