Saline, Sterile For Injection 20ml Liquid
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Sterile isotonic 0.9% sodium chloride for injection; wound irrigation; medication reconstitution and dilution.
Sterile 0.9% sodium chloride (normal saline) for injection. Isotonic (308 mOsm/L). Mechanism: replaces extracellular sodium and chloride deficits; expands intravascular and interstitial compartments equally. Slightly hyperchloremic vs. plasma — large volumes may cause dilutional hyperchloremic acidosis. Used for medication reconstitution and dilution.
Key information
Sterile 0.9% sodium chloride for injection. Single-use. Check clarity and expiry. For reconstitution, dilution, and injection. Do not use as oral irrigant from injectable packaging.
How to Give this Medication
IV, irrigation, or reconstitution: administer via IV catheter at appropriate rate, or flush wound with syringe. Store at room temperature; protect from light.
If a dose is missed
This medication is administered by a veterinarian or veterinary staff in a clinical setting. Missed doses are managed by your veterinary team — contact your veterinarian to reschedule.
Side Effects
Minimal adverse effects as diluent/irrigant. Hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis (large volumes of 0.9% NaCl). Fluid overload. Phlebitis at catheter site. Sterile water (hypotonic) causes hemolysis IV — never sole IV fluid.
Precautions
For animals
Generally safe as diluent and irrigant. Large volumes of 0.9% NaCl: hyperchloremic acidosis risk.
For people handling this medication
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Sterile saline — generally safe. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Overdose
Contact your veterinarian. Large-volume normal saline overdose causes hyperchloremic acidosis and fluid overload. Managed by veterinary staff.
Saline, Sterile For Injection 20ml Liquid dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SALINE, STERILE FOR INJECTION 20ML LIQUID | — | Injectable | 1 | Commercial |
Sources
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Merck Veterinary Manual (merckvetmanual.com); Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook (Plumb, D.C., app.plumbs.com)