About sodium chloride + glucose monohydrate
Intravenous hypotonic dextrose-saline fluid
Used for
- Provides water, sodium, chloride, and glucose intravenously
- Fluid maintenance when oral intake is inadequate
- Helps prevent ketosis during fasting
Usual adult dose
Individualized by fluid and electrolyte needs; prescribed and monitored by a clinician.
Usual dose in children
Individualized by weight, age, and fluid needs; prescribed and monitored by a clinician.
Common side effects
- Fluid overload and swelling
- Low blood sodium
- High blood glucose
- Irritation or infection at the infusion site
Important warnings
- Not suitable for resuscitation of severe shock
- Can cause dangerously low sodium, especially in children
- Use caution with heart or kidney problems
- Monitor fluid balance, blood glucose, and electrolytes
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically needed; fluid and electrolyte status require monitoring.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible when medically indicated; monitor maternal fluid and electrolyte status.
Interactions
- Medicines that affect sodium or water balance
- Corticosteroids may increase fluid retention
- Insulin or diabetes medicines may require adjustment
- Check compatibility before adding medicines to the 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.