Normal Saline 0.9% Infusion

1. Clinical Overview

Normal Saline 0.9% Infusion consists of purified salt solution. It is used for short term fluid replacement. Thus, it treats hypovolemia that can result due to any dehydration, or injury. It helps to restore the salt and electrolyte levels in the body.Normal Saline 0.9% Infusion works by replenishing salt and electrolyte levels in the body. This  injection must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it, if you have any known allergy from this injection. Your doctor may check your blood pressure and ask you to get regular blood tests done while you are using this injection.Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or suffering from kidney diseases as dose adjustment may be required. This injection is safe to use in patients suffering from liver diseases.

2. Side Effects

Possible side effects associated with Normal Saline 0.9% Infusion:

• No common side effects seen

3. Drug Interactions

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4. Trusted Substitutes (Same Salt)

Medicines with the same composition (Sodium Chloride (0.9% w/v)):