Sodium Lactate
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
It is used to treat or prevent acid problems in the blood.
Indications
It is used to treat or prevent acid problems in the blood.
Contraindications
Sodium Lactate is contraindicated in conditions like Lactic acidosis, Hypernatremia.
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 fluid and electrolyte problems like mood changes, confusion, muscle pain or weakness, a heartbeat that does not feel normal, very
bad dizziness or passing out, fast heartbeat , more thirst, seizures , feeling very tired or weak, not hungry, unable to pass urine or change in
the amount of urine produced, dry mouth , dry eyes, or very bad upset stomach or throwing up. Shortness of breath , a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs.
Warnings
During sodium lactate administration the acid-base status of a patient should be assessed periodically to minimize the possibility of overdosage or metabolic alkalosis. Because of the high sodium content of sodium lactate, the drug should be used with extreme caution in patients receiving corticotropin or corticosteroids, in patients with renal disease or insufficiency, or in patients with congestive heart failure or other sodium-retaining conditions. The drug also should be used cautiously in patients with conditions of impaired utilization of lactic acid such as beriberi, hepatic disease or insufficiency, shock, congestive heart failure, or hypoxemia. Sodium lactate therapy should be used with extreme caution in patients with potassium depletion. The drug should be used with extreme caution in pregnant women.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, and patients suffering from Liver Malfunction.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
No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
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 Lactate was found.
Storage
Inj Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Do not Freeze.