Ringer Lactate R Solution

Manufacturer : Baxter India Pvt Ltd

Medicine Composition : Ringer s lactate

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Ringer Lactate R Solution

This medication is useful for treating vomiting, diarrhoea, dehydration and cholera. The solution is administered either through an intravenous fluid injection or through a process known as electrolyte therapy.

The solution is composed of sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride and calcium chloride in water and is also called Hartmann’s solution. It is also used to compensate for blood loss due to trauma, surgery or in burn cases. Since the lactate in the solution is metabolised in the liver to bicarbonate, it counters metabolic acidosis and maintains a stable blood pH better than saline.

What are the uses of Ringer Lactate R Solution

Dehydration

What are the contraindications of Ringer Lactate R Solution ?

Hypersensitivity

What are the side effects of Ringer Lactate R Solution ?

Confusion
Weakness
Hypotension

Key highlights of Ringer Lactate R Solution

Is It safe with alcohol?
No interaction found
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Please consult your doctor before using this drug if you are pregnant.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Please consult your doctor before using this drug if you are breastfeeding.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

What are the dosage instructions?

Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose, please consult your doctor.
Are there any overdose instructions?
A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.

How does this medication work?

The medication develops an alkalinizing effect. Carbon dioxide and water are produced when lactate ions are metabolized. This needs the consumption of hydrogen cations. It is used as an alkalinizing agent.

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