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Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride 50 g/1000mL

DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, and POTASSIUM CHLORIDE · INJECTION, SOLUTION · ICU Medical Inc.

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Potassium Chloride In Dextrose And Sodium Chloride is an intravenous injection that provides essential electrolytes and glucose to help maintain fluid balance and provide energy in patients who cannot eat or drink normally. This medication is commonly used in hospitals to support hydration and nutrition during acute illness, surgery, or other medical conditions.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride
Generic Name
DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, and POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
NDC Code (Product)
0990-7903
Manufacturer
ICU Medical Inc.
Strength
50 g/1000mL
Dosage Form
INJECTION, SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA018362
Marketing Start
02/01/2020

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

death16 reports
infusion related reaction4 reports
product packaging confusion3 reports
blood potassium increased2 reports
dyspnoea2 reports
flushing2 reports
physical product label issue2 reports
product label confusion2 reports
product label issue2 reports
product selection error2 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

INDICATIONS AND USAGE These intravenous solutions are indicated for use in adults and pediatric patients as sources of electrolytes, calories and water for hydration.

Dosage & Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION These solutions are for intravenous use only. Dosage is to be directed by a physician and is dependent upon age, weight, clinical condition of the patient and laboratory determinations. Frequent laboratory determinations and clinical evaluation are essential to monitor changes in blood glucose and electrolyte concentrations, and fluid and electrolyte balance during prolonged parenteral therapy. When a hypertonic solution is to be administered peripherally, it should be slowly infused through a small bore needle, placed well within the lumen of a large vein to minimize venous irritation. Carefully avoid infiltration. Usually, up to 40 mEq of potassium per liter daily is sufficient to replace normal loss in adults. Typical infusion rates should not exceed 10 mEq per hour or 120 mEq per day. Pediatric patients may require 2 to 3 mEq per kg of body weight daily. See WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS for pediatric use. Fluid administration should be based on calculated maintenance or replacement fluid requirements for each patient. Dextrose may be administered to normal individuals at a rate of 0.5 g/kg/hour without producing glycosuria. At the maximum infusion rate of …

Warnings

WARNINGS The administration of intravenous solutions can cause fluid and/or solute overload resulting in dilution of serum electrolyte concentrations, overhydration, congested states or pulmonary edema. The risk of dilutional states is inversely proportional to the electrolyte concentration. The risk of solute overload causing congested states with peripheral and pulmonary edema is directly proportional to the electrolyte concentration. Solutions containing sodium ions should be used with great care, if at all, in patients with congestive heart failure, severe renal insufficiency, and in clinical states in which there is sodium retention with edema. In patients with diminished renal function, administration of solutions containing sodium or potassium ions may result in sodium or potassium retention. Solutions containing potassium ions should be used with great care, if at all, in patients with hyperkalemia, severe renal failure, and in conditions in which potassium retention is present. To avoid life-threatening hyperkalemia, do not administer Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride Injections USP as an intravenous push (i.e., intravenous injection manually with a syring…

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS These solutions are contraindicated where the administration of sodium, potassium or chloride could be clinically detrimental. Solutions containing dextrose may be contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to corn products.

Adverse Reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS Reactions which may occur because of the solution or the technique of administration include febrile response, infection at the site of injection, venous thrombosis or phlebitis extending from the site of injection, extravasation and hypervolemia. Too rapid infusion of hypertonic solutions may cause local pain and venous irritation. Rate of administration should be adjusted according to tolerance. Use of the largest peripheral vein and a small bore needle is recommended. (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION .) Symptoms may result from an excess or deficit of one or more of the ions present in the solution; therefore, frequent monitoring of electrolyte levels is essential. Hypernatremia may be associated with edema and exacerbation of congestive heart failure due to the retention of water, resulting in an expanded extracellular fluid volume. Reactions reported with the use of potassium-containing solutions include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and diarrhea. The signs and symptoms of potassium intoxication include paresthesias of the extremities, areflexia, muscular or respiratory paralysis, mental confusion, weakness, hypotension, cardiac arrhythmias, heart block, ele…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride used for?

Potassium Chloride In Dextrose And Sodium Chloride is an intravenous injection that provides essential electrolytes and glucose to help maintain fluid balance and provide energy in patients who cannot eat or drink normally. This medication is commonly used in hospitals to support hydration and nutrition during acute illness, surgery, or other medical conditions.

Is Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride a controlled substance?

Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride?

The generic name for Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride is DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, and POTASSIUM CHLORIDE. There are no other listed brand versions of DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, and POTASSIUM CHLORIDE.

What is the NDC code for Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride 50 g/1000mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Potassium Chloride in Dextrose and Sodium Chloride 50 g/1000mL is 0990-7903, listed by ICU Medical Inc..

Product NDC

0990-7903

Package NDC

0990-7903-09

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