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Pedisol IV (Infusion)

Manufactured by: Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Dextrose 5% + Sodium Chloride 0.225% Similar medicine

Pedisol IV is indicated for

  • Parenteral nutrition
  • Dehydration
  • Fluid
  • Electrolytes imbalance

Precautions and warnings

This medicine can cause fluid or salt (solute) overload. Use it carefully in people who have heart failure, serious kidney problems, or conditions that cause the body to keep extra sodium and fluid (edema). Check blood potassium levels regularly. Do not give this medicine through the same IV line as blood, because it could cause clumping. Use extra care in people with diabetes, hidden or obvious, or anyone who does not process carbohydrates well. Giving high-strength sugar (dextrose) solutions by IV can sometimes cause low potassium levels (hypokalaemia). Be especially careful when giving this to children, especially newborns and premature babies with very low birth weight. Take care if giving it to people who are taking steroids or corticotropin, and also during pregnancy.

Side-effects

  • Fever
  • infection at the site of inj
  • venous thrombosis or phlebitis extending from the site of inj
  • extravasation
  • hypervolaemia.

Contraindications

Allergy to corn products.

Mode of actions

Dextrose and sodium chloride solutions provide the body with electrolytes, calories, and water to help keep you hydrated. Sodium and chloride help control the body’s acid-base balance. Dextrose gives you energy because it is quickly used by the body, which helps prevent the loss of body protein and nitrogen. It also helps store glycogen and stops or reduces the risk of ketosis.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: IV Dose depends on age, wt and clinical condition of the patient.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.

Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.

This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.

Pack Size & Price

500 ml bag Price : ৳50.61

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