About water for irrigation
Sterile irrigation solution
Used for
- Rinsing or cleansing body cavities, wounds, and surgical sites
- Diluting or dissolving medicines specifically intended for irrigation
Usual adult dose
Used as needed for irrigation; volume depends on the procedure.
Usual dose in children
Used as needed for irrigation; volume depends on the procedure.
Common side effects
- Large-volume absorption may disturb body-fluid balance
Important warnings
- For irrigation only; not for injection or drinking
- Not for intravenous administration
- Use aseptic technique; opened containers may become contaminated
Pregnancy
No known direct pregnancy risk when used appropriately for irrigation; effects depend on the procedure.
Breastfeeding
No known direct breastfeeding risk when used appropriately for irrigation.
Interactions
- No direct drug interactions; medicines added for irrigation may have their own interactions
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.