Physioneal 40 Glucose 1.36 % w/v / 13.6 mg/ml. 2.27 % w/v / 22.7 mg/ml. 3.86 % w/v / 38.6 mg/ml Solution for peritoneal dialysis
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Indicated for peritoneal dialysis.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 4 cycles/day for CAPD; 4-5 cycles/night for APD. Fill volume: 2.0-2.5 L.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Paediatric patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended during pregnancy; unknown if excreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Monitor potassium levels with cardiac glycosides
- Blood concentration of dialysable medicines may be reduced
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to active substances
- Uncorrectable mechanical defects
- Loss of peritoneal function
Common side effects
- Abdominal pain
- Peritonitis
- Fluid retention
- Alkalosis
Counselling Points
- Use strict aseptic technique
- Infuse within 24 hours after mixing
- Monitor for signs of peritonitis
Serious warnings
- Caution in abdominal conditions
- Monitor fluid balance
- Risk of lactic acidosis
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