This IV Infusion is indicated when there is combined water and sodium depletion occurs. It provides Dextrose as a nutrient in a suitable medium of Sodium Chloride which is isotonic to body fluid, or it may also be employed as a source of isotonic Sodium Chloride or both. It is usually used in the maintenance and replacement of fluid, electrolyte and carbohydrate in patients who are unable to take fluid and nutrients by mouth e.g. in case of persistent vomiting, during and after surgery, shock or accidents.
Standard Electrolytes Solution
Dose is variable. It depends on the clinical condition, age and body surface area of the patients.
These solutions are contraindicated where the administration of sodium or chloride could be clinically detrimental. Serum electrolyte concentration should be carefully monitored. Sodium Chloride should be administered with caution to patients with congestive heart failure, peripheral or pulmonary oedema, impaired renal function or pre-eclampsia.
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