Extraneal Dosage & Drug Information

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Core Prescribing Info

Contents

Icodextrin, NaCl, Na lactate, CaCl, MgCl

Indications/Uses

Once daily replacement for single dextrose exchange as part of continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) or automated peritoneal dialysis (APD) regimen for chronic renal failure particularly for some categories of patients who have lost ultrafiltration on dextrose soln.

Dosage/Direction for Use

IP Adult & elderly Instill vol over a period of approx 10-20 min at a rate which patients find comfortable. Max: 2 L for adult w/ normal body size. Use 1.5 L if abdominal tension occurs. CAPD Recommended dwell time: 6-12 hr. APD Recommended dwell time: 14-16 hr.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to starch-based polymers (eg, corn starch) &/or icodextrin. Maltose or isomaltose intolerance. Glycogen storage disease. Pre-existing severe lactic acidosis. Uncorrectable mechanical defects that prevent effective PD or increase risk of infection. Documented loss of peritoneal function or extensive adhesions that compromise peritoneal function.

MIMS Class

Intravenous & Other Sterile Solutions

ATC Classification

B05ZA - Hemodialytics, concentrates ; Used in hemodialysis.

Regulatory Classification

GSL

Presentation/Packing

Form

Extraneal peritoneal dialysis soln 75 g/L

Packing/Price

1's

Extraneal

Manufacturer:

Vantive Manufacturing Limited