Ringers Lactated
Therapeutic Group
Solutions Affecting The Electrolyte BalanceIndication Dosage
Ringer's Lactated Solution is indicated for the following purposes:
- Intravenous Fluid Replacement: Ringer's Lactated Solution is commonly used to restore and maintain hydration in patients who have lost fluids due to various medical conditions, surgery, or trauma.
- Electrolyte Imbalance Correction: This solution helps in correcting imbalances of essential electrolytes in the body, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, and chloride, which can occur in conditions like dehydration or electrolyte disturbances.
- Blood Volume Expansion: Ringer's Lactated Solution can be administered to increase blood volume in cases of hypovolemia (low blood volume) resulting from bleeding, shock, or severe dehydration.
- Adjunct in Medical Procedures: It is frequently employed as an adjunct during medical procedures, surgeries, or diagnostic tests to maintain the patient's fluid and electrolyte balance.
- Treatment of Acidosis: Ringer's Lactated Solution can be used to help correct metabolic acidosis, a condition characterized by an abnormal increase in body acidity.
Replenishment Of Extracellular Fluid (e.c.f.) To Prevent Reduced Circulatory Blood Volume And Interstitial Fluid Due To; Trauma, Scalds, Burns And Before, During, And After Surgery:
By IV Drip Infusion:
- Adults: The usual Adult Dosage Is 500-1000 Ml At One Time By IV drip Infusion At The Rate Of 300- 500 Ml Per Hr (about 75-125 Drops Per Min)
Content
- IV Solution: Per 1000 ml Solution Calcium Chloride 0.2gm, Potassium Chloride 0.3gm, Sodium Chloride 6.0gm, Sodium Lactate 3.1gm, Water For
- Inj Qs To Make 1000 ml. Electrolyte Composition (meq /l)
Pregnancy
Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Stability
- Electrolyte
Contra Indications
- Lactacidaemia (lactic Acidosis) With Severe Liver Damage.
Precautions
- Lactacidaemia (lactic Acidosis) With Severe Liver Damage.
Lactation
- Consult with Doctor Or Caution Advised
Side Effects
- Cerebral
- Pulmonary And Peripheral Oedema And Dilution Acidosis May Occur With A Large Volume And/or Acute Infusion.