About icodextrin + sodium chloride + usp + sodium lactate + calcium chloride + magnesium chloride
Peritoneal dialysis osmotic solution
Used for
- Long dwell peritoneal dialysis fluid for adults with kidney failure
- Helps remove excess fluid and waste through the peritoneum
Usual adult dose
Usually one daily long dwell exchange, left in place for up to 12–16 hours; prescribed within an individual dialysis regimen.
Common side effects
- Peritonitis or infection at the catheter site
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- Fluid or electrolyte imbalance
- Rash or other allergic reactions
Important warnings
- For intraperitoneal use only; not for intravenous injection.
- Not suitable for people with maltose intolerance or certain glycogen-storage disorders.
- Monitor blood glucose with glucose-specific testing; icodextrin can distort some readings.
- Use only as prescribed; follow sterile exchange procedures and monitor fluid balance.
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically needed; pregnancy-specific evidence is limited. A specialist should weigh benefits and risks.
Breastfeeding
Systemic absorption is limited, but breastfeeding data are sparse; use should be reviewed by a clinician.
Interactions
- Can cause falsely high glucose readings with some glucose-monitoring methods.
- May interfere with tests detecting blood in urine using glucose dehydrogenase methods.
- Review medicines affected by fluid or electrolyte changes with the dialysis team.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.