Sodium Chloride 5 % Fresenius 200 ml Solution for infusion
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 20 May 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Used to correct severe sodium deficits.
Dosage (summary)
Administered via intravenous infusion; dosage depends on patient factors.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Paediatric population
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and lactation not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Corticosteroids
- Lithium
Contraindications
- Neonates
- Young children
- Elderly
Common side effects
- Hypernatraemia
- Dehydration of the brain
- Somnolence
- Confusion
- Convulsions
Counselling Points
- Monitor fluid and electrolyte balance
- Report any signs of hypersensitivity
- Use caution in patients with renal impairment
Serious warnings
- Risk of fluid overload
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Rapid correction of sodium levels can be dangerous
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