Sodium
Acetate Trihydrate BP 0.65 g, Sodium Chloride BP 0.5 g, Potassium Chloride BP
0.1 g that is Cholera Saline
Composition :
Each 100 ml
of solution contains Sodium Acetate Trihydrate BP 0.65 g, Sodium Chloride BP
0.5 g, Potassium Chloride BP 0.1 g.
Description :
Cholera
Saline is for replacement of fluid and electrolyte losses. Dehydration,
Electrolyte losses, hypovolemic shock, acidosis and renal failure are the
consequence of persistent vomiting or high rate of stool loss. Intravenous
replacement of water and electrolyte are essential to prevent above common
phenomena.
Indications :
• Cholera • Diarrhea
• Persistent Vomiting.
Dosage and Administration :
In case of
severe Diarrhea: Cholera Saline should be given rapidly until the patient’s blood
pressure becomes normal. Initially infuse 2000 ml in first 30 minutes then 2000
ml every two hours until the patient is re-hydrated. In case of mild to
moderate Diarrhea: 100 ml/Kg of body weight within the first 4 Hours of
therapy. If the patient’s condition improves, the infusion can be slowed.
Side effects :
Thrombosis
of the chosen vein is always a possibility with intravenous infusion, if
infusion is protracted then another vein should be selected after 12–24 hours.
Precaution :
Not to be used
if any turbidity observed in the solution or any leakage in the bottle.
Contra-indications :
• Alkalosis
• Hypoglycemia • Heart failure • Impaired renal function.
Presentation :
Cholera
Saline is available in 500 ml & 1000 ml polyethylene bottle.
Storage :
Store at
controlled room temperature in dry place. Keep out of the reach of children.
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