Normal Saline
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| Generic Name | 0.9% Sodium Chloride
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| Brand Name | Normal Saline
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| Class | Isotonic Crystalloid Solution
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| Mechanism of Action | Normal saline replaces water and electrolytes.
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| Indications | Heat-related problems (heat exhaustion, heat stroke), fresh-water drowning, hypovolemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, keep open IV.
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| Contraindications | The use of 0.9% sodium chloride should not be considered in patients with congestive heart failure as circulatory overload can be easily induced.
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| Adverse Reactions | Rare in theraputic dosages.
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| Notes on Administration | None
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| Incompatabilities/Drug Interactions | Few in emergency setting
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| Dose/Route | In severe heat stroke, diabetic ketoacidosis, and fresh water drowning, it is likely that you will be called upon to administer the fluid quite rapidly. In other cases it is advisable to administer the fluid at moderate rate (for example, 100ml/h)
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| Onset of Action | Rapidly
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| Peak Effects | N/A
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| Duration of Action | Short-term therapy
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| AZ Drug Box Supply Range | (2) 1L bags, (1) 250ml bag, (2) 50ml bags
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