About sodium chloride
Sterile isotonic saline irrigation solution
Used for
- Washing or rinsing wounds and body cavities during procedures
- Rinsing medical equipment or tissues when sterile saline is appropriate
Usual adult dose
Applied as needed for irrigation; volume depends on the procedure.
Usual dose in children
Applied as needed for irrigation; volume depends on the procedure.
Common side effects
- Local irritation or discomfort
- Tissue swelling if large volumes are absorbed
Important warnings
- For irrigation only; not for injection or infusion.
- Use only if the solution and container are intact and uncontaminated.
- Discard unused solution after opening; do not reuse.
- Use caution with large-volume irrigation where absorption may occur.
Pregnancy
No specific pregnancy risk is expected with appropriate topical irrigation; systemic absorption is usually minimal.
Breastfeeding
No specific breastfeeding risk is expected with appropriate topical irrigation; systemic absorption is usually minimal.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.