About cupric chloride
Trace element electrolyte
Used for
- Provides copper in parenteral nutrition when oral intake or absorption is inadequate.
- Treats or prevents copper deficiency when intravenous replacement is needed.
Usual adult dose
Usually 0.3–0.5 mg copper daily in parenteral nutrition; deficiency dosing is individualized.
Usual dose in children
Usually 20 micrograms copper/kg daily in parenteral nutrition; deficiency dosing is individualized.
Common side effects
- Infusion-site irritation or inflammation
- Nausea or vomiting
- Copper accumulation and toxicity
Important warnings
- Use only by intravenous infusion after dilution; never inject undiluted.
- Monitor copper levels, liver function, and signs of deficiency or excess.
- Use caution with impaired liver or biliary function.
- Excess copper can damage the liver and other organs.
Pregnancy
Copper is an essential nutrient; use in parenteral nutrition may be appropriate when needed, with clinical monitoring.
Breastfeeding
Copper is a normal nutrient; use in parenteral nutrition may be appropriate when needed, with clinical monitoring.
Interactions
- High-dose zinc can reduce copper absorption, though this is less relevant intravenously.
- Copper may interact with other components in parenteral nutrition; compatibility must be checked.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.