About SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE
SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE is a combination medicine used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water). It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.
SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE is a combination of four drugs: Sodium lactate, Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride, and Calcium chloride. SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE helps replace the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration.
Take SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE as prescribed. You are advised to take SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE for as long as your doctor has prescribed, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as mild nausea and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents. Do not take SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE should be given to children only if advised by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.
Uses of SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE
Fluid and electrolyte replenishment in dehydration.
Medicinal Benefits
SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE consists of Sodium lactate, Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride, and Calcium chloride. SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE is used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water). It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories. SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE helps replace the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat and prevent dehydration.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE
- Nausea
- Vomiting
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia, hyperglycaemia, hypernatremia, hypochloraemia, fluid overload, and refeeding syndrome. Consult your doctor before taking SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE should be given to children only if prescribed by a doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you take to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE may interact with anti-psychotics (lithium).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE may interact with hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in the blood) and hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar levels).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is unknown if alcohol interacts with SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
cautionIf you are pregnant, please consult your doctor before taking SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE.
Breast Feeding
cautionIf you are breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before taking SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE.
Driving
safe if prescribedSODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE usually does not interfere with your driving ability.
Liver
cautionSODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE may increase the risk of hypernatremia in patients with liver disease. Hence, if you have liver problems, consult your doctor before taking SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE.
Kidney
cautionSODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment as it may cause hyperkalemia, hypernatremia, and fluid retention.
Children
cautionSODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor will prescribe the dosage of SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE based on your child's age and weight.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
- Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Consume foods rich in water content, such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussels sprouts, apples, etc.
- Drink electrolyte-containing drinks, such as sports drinks.
- You can also try popsicles made of fruit juices.
- Coconut water is readily absorbed into the body and relieves dehydration.
- Consumption of clear soups and nutritious broths can also be helpful.
Special Advise
- The intravenous form of SODIUM LACTATE+SODIUM CHLORIDE+POTASSIUM CHLORIDE+CALCIUM CHLORIDE should not be administered simultaneously with blood products as it might cause haemolysis.
- Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels, electrolyte levels, and acid-base balance are advised.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Dehydration: Dehydration is the loss of body fluids. It could occur due to inadequate fluid intake, illness, sweating, excess urination, diarrhoea, or vomiting. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.
