- Solution for intravenous administration
Purpose:
- For fluid and electrolyte replenishment
- As a source of water and electrolytes, or as an alkalinizing agent
- Can also be used for fluid resuscitation and maintaining hydration levels
Composition:
- Consists of electrolytes and lactate ions which are metabolized to carbon dioxide and water
- Requiring the consumption of hydrogen cations and providing a metabolic alkalinizing effect
- Contains:
- Sodium
- Chloride
- Potassium
- Calcium
- Lactate (as sodium lactate)
- Specific concentrations of these electrolytes are designed to be similar to those in the body's plasma, making it an "isotonic" solution
- The lactate is a key component, as the body metabolizes it into bicarbonate, which helps to correct metabolic acidosis
Uses:
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Fluid Resuscitation:
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Primary choice for replacing fluids lost due to dehydration, significant blood loss (from trauma or surgery), or severe burns
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Electrolyte Replacement:
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Helps restore the balance of essential electrolytes in the body
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Treating Metabolic Acidosis:
- The lactate component is converted to bicarbonate in the liver, which helps to buffer and correct high acid levels in the blood
- This makes it particularly useful for conditions like sepsis, shock, and kidney failure
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General Hydration:
- Can be used to maintain hydration in hospitalized patients who are unable to take fluids by mouth
Contents:
- 1,000mL per Viaflex Plastic Container
- 14 Container per case
