Sterofundin ISO Dosage & Drug Information

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Core Prescribing Info

Contents

NaCl, KCl, CaCl₂ dihydrate, MgCl₂ hexahydrate, Na acetate trihydrate, L-malic acid

Indications/Uses

Replacement of extracellular fluid losses in case of isotonic dehydration where acidosis is present or imminent.

Dosage/Direction for Use

IV Adult, elderly & adolescent 500 mL to 3 L/24 hr, corresponding to 1-6 mmol Na/kg/24 hr & 0.03-0.17 mmol K/kg/24 hr. Childn & infant 20-100 mL/kg/24 hr, corresponding to 3-14 mmol Na/kg/24 hr & 0.08-0.4 mmol K/kg/24 hr. Ave infusion rate: 5 mL/kg/hr. Childn 2-11 yr Infusion rate: 2-4 mL/kg/hr. Toddler Infusion rate: 4-6 mL/kg/hr. Infant Infusion rate: 6-8 mL/kg/hr.

Contraindications

Hypervolemia. Severe CHF. Severe general oedema. Hyperkalaemia. Hypercalcaemia. Metabolic alkalosis. Renal failure w/ oliguria or anuria.

MIMS Class

Intravenous & Other Sterile Solutions

ATC Classification

B05BB01 - electrolytes ; Belongs to the class of solutions affecting the electrolyte balance used in I.V. solutions.

Regulatory Classification

GSL

Presentation/Packing

Form

Sterofundin ISO soln for infusion

Packing/Price

1's

Sterofundin ISO

Manufacturer:

B Braun Medical