About SODIUM CHLORIDE 30GM/L
Hypertonic intravenous electrolyte solution
Used for
- Treats severe symptomatic low blood sodium under close monitoring
- Provides sodium and chloride when intravenous replacement is needed
Usual adult dose
Individualized; infuse slowly with frequent blood sodium checks. Severe symptoms often require 100 mL over 10 minutes, repeated as needed under a treatment protocol.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-directed, weight-based dosing with close blood sodium monitoring; no single usual dose.
Common side effects
- Blood sodium may rise too quickly
- Fluid overload or swelling
- Vein irritation or inflammation
- High blood chloride or acid-base imbalance
Important warnings
- Requires close monitoring of blood sodium and fluid status
- Overly rapid correction can cause serious brain injury
- Use cautiously with heart or kidney disease
- Extravasation can damage surrounding tissue
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically necessary; dosing and monitoring require clinician oversight.
Breastfeeding
Sodium chloride is compatible with breastfeeding when medically indicated; maternal fluid and electrolyte status should be monitored.
Interactions
- Medicines affecting sodium or fluid balance may increase electrolyte risks
- Corticosteroids and some anti-inflammatory medicines may promote fluid retention
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.