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.