Medicines/Generics/Sodium Acetate

Sodium Acetate

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Overview

It is used to treat low sodium levels. It is used in the diet to meet sodium needs. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

Indications

It is used to treat low sodium levels. It is used in the diet to meet sodium needs. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

Contraindications

Sodium Acetate is contraindicated in conditions like Hypocalcemia, Liver cirrhosis, Metabolic alkalosis, Edema.

Side Effects

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash ; hives; itching ; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever ; wheezing ; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of electrolyte problems like mood changes, confusion, muscle pain or weakness, a heartbeat that does not feel normal, seizures , not hungry, or very bad upset stomach or throwing up. Shortness of breath , a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs.

Warnings

Caution must be exercised in the administration of parenteral fluids, especially those containing sodium ions, to patients receiving corticosteroids or corticotropin. Solutions containing acetate ions should be used with caution as excess administration may result in metabolic alkalosis. Caution should be exercised in administering sodium-containing solutions to patients with severe renal function impairment, cirrhosis, cardiac failure, or other edematous or sodium-retaining states, as well as in patients with oliguria or anuria.

High Risk Groups

Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

Adult Dosage

70 to 100 mg (85 (85)) 24 hourly IV —

Child Dosage

No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Neonatal Dosage

No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Drug Interactions

No data regarding the interactions of Sodium Acetate was found.

Storage

Inj Store in a well closed container.