About sodium chloride + dextrose
Intravenous hypotonic maintenance fluid
Used for
- Provides water, glucose, and small amounts of sodium and chloride
- Used for maintenance fluid needs when clinically appropriate
Usual adult dose
Individualized to fluid needs, losses, blood tests, and clinical condition; given by intravenous infusion.
Usual dose in children
Individualized by weight, age, fluid needs, and monitoring; given by intravenous infusion.
Common side effects
- Low blood sodium
- Fluid overload and swelling
- High blood glucose
- Vein irritation
Important warnings
- Can cause dangerously low blood sodium, especially in children or during illness
- Monitor fluid balance, blood sodium, glucose, and kidney function
- Use caution with heart or kidney problems and risk of fluid overload
- Not suitable for resuscitation or treatment of severe dehydration
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically needed, with monitoring of fluid and electrolyte balance.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible when clinically needed; monitor maternal fluid and electrolyte balance.
Interactions
- Medicines that lower blood sodium, including some antidepressants and diuretics
- Corticosteroids may increase sodium and fluid retention
- Insulin and diabetes medicines may need adjustment due to glucose infusion
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.