Patient leaflet - Nacl 0.45% w/v, KCL 0.15% w/v & Glucose 5% w/v IV infusion
1. WHAT NACL/KCL/GLUCOSE INFUSION IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion is a sterile solution that does not produce fever. NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion is used to maintain electrolyte (salt) balance after an operation. (You will need blood tests to make sure you do not receive too much potassium. This is a risk in patients with kidney failure.)
2. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU ARE GIVEN NACL/KCL/GLUCOSE
You may not be given NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion if you have any of the following conditions:
Addison's disease (a disease which causes salt to be lost in the urine)
- Adrenal insufficiency (a problem affecting the adrenal gland)
- Kidney disease
- Little or no urine produced
- High potassium levels (can be detected by a test carried out by a doctor).
You may also not be able to receive dextrose (a sugar) infusion if you have a liver disorder.
Warnings and precautions
Before you are given NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion, a solution containing no potassium may be given first to make sure your kidneys are working properly.
Other medicine and NaCl/KCl/glucose
Tell your doctor if you are
- receiving potassium-containing solutions.
- taking a potassium-sparing diuretic (water tablets such as amiloride)
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Please tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Important information about some of the ingredients of NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion
NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion contains sodium and potassium. This will be taken into consideration for patients on a controlled sodium or potassium diet or for patients with a kidney disorder.
NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion also contains glucose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, tell your doctor.
3. HOW YOU ARE GIVEN NACL/KCL/ GLUCOSE INFUSION
NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion will be given to you as an infusion (into a vein) in hospital by a doctor or a nurse.
Adults:
The dose used will depend upon the patient's condition. The rate of infusion should be no more than 10-20 mmols of potassium per hour. The maximum daily dose of potassium is 200 mmols.
Children:
Children may need a reduced dose.
Elderly:
The elderly may need a reduced dose particularly if they have a heart or kidney disorder.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
If you are given more NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion than you should
It is very unlikely, as your doctor will know the correct amount to use.
You may experience symptoms relating to low blood pressure and a disturbed heart rhythm. However, tell your doctor if you have any concerns. If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, NaCI/KCl/glucose can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The following side effects have been reported:
- lack of energy or interest,
- confusion,
- pins and needles,
- weakness,
- low blood pressure,
- disturbed heart rhythm, and sometimes heart attack.
A blood clot in the infused vein has also been reported.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at:
www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. HOW TO STORE NACL/KCL/GLUCOSE INFUSION
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Your doctor and hospital pharmacist are responsible for the correct storage, use and disposal of NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion. NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion should be stored below 25°C.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. Any unused solution should be discarded.
6. CONTENTS OF THE PACK AND OTHER INFORMATION
What NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion contains:
Sodium Chloride BP 0.45% w/v Potassium Chloride BP 0.15% w/v Glucose anhydrous BP 5.00% w/v Water for Injections BP
What NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion looks like and contents of the pack.
NaCI/KCl/glucose infusion comes in PVC containers in the following sizes:
500 ml, 1000 ml
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer:
Terumo BCT Ltd.
Old Belfast Road
Millbrook
Larne
Northern Ireland
BT40 2SH
United Kingdom
For any information about this medicinal product, please contact Marketing Authorisation Holder:
This leaflet was last approved in June 2016