Sodium Chloride And Potassium Chloride
Generic Name: sodium chloride and potassium chloride
Brand Names:
Potassium Chloride In Sodium Chloride
DESCRIPTION Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, solution for fluid and electrolyte replenishment in a single dose container for intravenous administration. It contains no antimicrobial agents. Composition, osmolarity, pH and ionic concentration are shown in Table 1. Table 1: 20 mEq/ L Potassium Chloride in 0.45% Sodium Chloride Inj., USP Composition (g/L) Calculated Osmolarity (mOsmol/L) pH (range) Ionic Concentrations (mEq/L) NDC No.
Overview
DESCRIPTION Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, solution for fluid and electrolyte replenishment in a single dose container for intravenous administration. It contains no antimicrobial agents. Composition, osmolarity, pH and ionic concentration are shown in Table 1. Table 1: 20 mEq/ L Potassium Chloride in 0.45% Sodium Chloride Inj., USP Composition (g/L) Calculated Osmolarity (mOsmol/L) pH (range) Ionic Concentrations (mEq/L) NDC No.
Uses
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is indicated as a source of water and electrolytes.
Side Effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions associated with the use of Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP were identified in clinical trials or postmarketing reports. Because postmarketing reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to estimate their frequency, reliably, or to establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. General disorders and administration site conditions: Chills, and infusion site pain. Hypersensitivity reactions: generalized papules and erythema, rash, fever, vomiting, hypertension, tachycardia. Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, hypernatremia, hyperchloremia acidosis, fluid overload.
Interactions
Drug Interactions Lithium Renal sodium and lithium clearance may be increased during administration of Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP and result in decreased lithium concentrations. Monitor serum lithium concentrations during concomitant use. Other Products that Cause Hyperkalemia Administration of Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP in patients treated concurrently or recently with products that are associated with hyperkalemia increases the risk of severe and potentially fatal hyperkalemia, in particular in the presence of other risk factors for hyperkalemia.
Warnings
WARNINGS Hypersensitivity Hypersensitivity and infusion reactions, including anaphylaxis and chills, have been reported with products containing potassium chloride and sodium chloride. Stop the infusion immediately if signs or symptoms of a hypersensitivity or infusion reaction develops. Appropriate therapeutic countermeasures must be instituted as clinically indicated. Electrolyte Imbalances Hyperkalemia Potassium-containing solutions, including Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP may increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Hyperkalemia can be asymptomatic and manifest only by increased serum potassium concentrations and/or characteristic electrocardiographic (ECG) changes. CONTRAINDICATIONS Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is contraindicated in patients with: Known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride and/or sodium chloride (see WARNINGS ). Clinically significant hyperkalemia (see WARNINGS ).
Pregnancy
Pregnancy There are no adequate and well controlled studies from the use of Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP in pregnant or lactating women and animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with this drug. Therefore, it is also not known whether Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP should be given to a pregnant woman only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Storage
Store at 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.] Protect from freezing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sodium Chloride And Potassium Chloride used for?▼
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is indicated as a source of water and electrolytes.
What are the side effects of Sodium Chloride And Potassium Chloride?▼
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions associated with the use of Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP were identified in clinical trials or postmarketing reports. Because postmarketing reactions were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to estimate their frequency, reliably, or to establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. General disorders and administration site conditions: Chills, and infusion site pain. Hypersensitivity reactions: generalized papules and erythema, rash, fever, vomiting, hypertension, tachycardia. Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Hyperkalemia, hyponatremia, hypernatremia, hyperchloremia acidosis, fluid overload.
Can I take Sodium Chloride And Potassium Chloride during pregnancy?▼
Pregnancy There are no adequate and well controlled studies from the use of Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP in pregnant or lactating women and animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with this drug. Therefore, it is also not known whether Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP should be given to a pregnant woman only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
What are the important warnings for Sodium Chloride And Potassium Chloride?▼
WARNINGS Hypersensitivity Hypersensitivity and infusion reactions, including anaphylaxis and chills, have been reported with products containing potassium chloride and sodium chloride. Stop the infusion immediately if signs or symptoms of a hypersensitivity or infusion reaction develops. Appropriate therapeutic countermeasures must be instituted as clinically indicated. Electrolyte Imbalances Hyperkalemia Potassium-containing solutions, including Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP may increase the risk of hyperkalemia. Hyperkalemia can be asymptomatic and manifest only by increased serum potassium concentrations and/or characteristic electrocardiographic (ECG) changes. CONTRAINDICATIONS Potassium Chloride in Sodium Chloride Injection, USP is contraindicated in patients with: Known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride and/or sodium chloride (see WARNINGS ). Clinically significant hyperkalemia (see WARNINGS ).
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