About trometamol
Systemic alkalinizing agent
Used for
- Treatment of severe metabolic acidosis when appropriate.
- Alkalinizing agent during selected surgical or critical-care situations.
Usual adult dose
Given by intravenous infusion, adjusted to blood acidity and blood-gas results; dosing is individualized.
Usual dose in children
Used in children only for selected serious cases; specialist dosing is individualized using blood-gas results.
Common side effects
- Low blood sugar
- Breathing depression
- Fluid or electrolyte disturbances
- Vein irritation or tissue injury if leakage occurs
Important warnings
- Requires close monitoring of blood acidity, breathing, kidney function, and electrolytes.
- Avoid or use extreme caution with impaired kidney function or inability to excrete the medicine.
- Rapid administration can cause breathing depression and other serious complications.
- Use only under medical supervision in a monitored setting.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; pregnancy safety information is limited.
Breastfeeding
Information is limited; use requires clinical assessment.
Interactions
- May alter the effects of medicines affected by blood acidity.
- Avoid mixing with other medicines unless compatibility is confirmed.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.