Medisol Ns Iv Infusion 100Ml

Requires Prescription: Yes

Generics: Sodium Chloride

Used For: Fluids & Electrolytes

How It Works: Sodium chloride (salt) is an essential electrolyte that helps regulate water balance in the body, as well as nerve impulses and muscle contractions. It is used to treat or prevent sodium loss due to dehydration, excessive sweating, or other causes.

Medisol NS Usage and Safety:

Dosage: Sodium Chloride

Side Effects:

Large amounts may lead to fluid overload, edema, electrolyte imbalance, hypertension, and congestive heart failure.

Drug Interactions:

Normal saline is generally compatible with most drugs and can be mixed with other injectable medications. However, always consult the data sheet of the specific medication for compatibility and ask your pharmacist or physician for guidance.

Indication

Uses:

As a diluent for intravenous (IV) medications

For reconstitution of IV injections

For flushing IV ports and cannulas

As nasal drops to relieve congestion in children and adults

To dilute bronchodilator solutions (e.g., procaterol, salbutamol) for nebulization

For cleaning small wounds

As an irrigation solution for eyes

Compresses (moistened gauze) of normal saline can be used to reduce discomfort from inflammation or skin irritation and to soften necrotic tissues. (Refer to the data sheet of the specific medication before dilution, reconstitution, or nebulization.)

When Not to Use:

Contraindications:

Congestive heart failure.

Medisol NS Precautions:

Precaution:

Infusion of large volumes may cause dilutional acidosis due to decreased bicarbonate concentration in plasma (as the preparation does not contain bicarbonate).

Medisol NS Warnings:

Warning 1:

Care should be taken in conditions of hypokalemia or hypocalcemia, as the infusion can lower these electrolyte levels.

Warning 2:

Use caution in patients with renal failure or reduced urinary output due to obstructive urinary tract diseases.

Warning 3:

Continuous infusion of 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection may lead to hypernatremia unless free water is also provided.

Additional Information:

Pregnancy Category: Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage: Store at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.