Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion
Claris Lifesciences Ltd

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In-stock 500 ml in 1 bottle
407.59
Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Not relevant, as Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.


Dextran 40   10gm

Uses of Dextran 40
Dextran 40 is used in short term fluid replacement after trauma.

How to use Dextran 40
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion works
Dextran 40 is a large molecular weight substance which remains restricted to the blood vessels and generates oncotic pressure (pressure produced by proteins in the blood).

Side Effects:

Common Hypersensitivity reaction, Volume overload.

Sodium Chloride   0.9gm

Uses of Sodium Chloride
Sodium Chloride is used in short term fluid replacement after trauma, dehydration and irrigation solution for eye/nose.

How to use Sodium Chloride
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Microspan NS 10gm/0.9gm Infusion works
Sodium Chloride works by replacing fluid loss.

Side Effects:

Common Volume overload.

Expert advice for Sodium Chloride

Your electrolyte levels in blood and other parameters (such as blood pressure etc.) will be monitored regularly as you receive intravenous sodium chloride.
Tell your doctor if you have disorders of the kidneys, lungs, problems of the heart related to impaired pumping of blood (congestive cardiac disorders), high blood pressure or pregnancy-related blood pressure problems (pre-eclampsia), fluid retention problems  or swelling in hands, ankles or feet.
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unwanted swelling, trouble in breathing, muscle cramps, and/or weakness, fits, nausea, vomiting or stomach pain.
Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not take if you are allergic to sodium chloride or any of its ingredients.
Do not give to patients with excess fluid or sodium in the space outside body cells (extracellular hyper hydration or hypervolemia).
Do not give to patients with abnormally low levels of sodium or chloride in blood (hyponatremia, hypochloremia), fluid and sodium retention problems or edema (swelling).
Do not give to patients with congestive heart failure (heart failure resulting in fluid build-up in lungs and other body tissues), severe liver and kidney functioning problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is sodium chloride soluble in water?
Sodium chloride is soluble in water

Q. Is Sodium Chloride acidic or basic?
Sodium Chloride is a neutral salt (neither acidic nor basic)

Q. Is Sodium Chloride ionic or covalent?
Sodium Chloride is an example of ionic bonding, where the molecule is formed by ionization of participating atoms and attraction between them

Q. Does Sodium Chloride expire?
Normally, Sodium Chloride does not have an expiry date if stored under appropriate conditions

Q. Is Sodium Chloride polar?
Sodium Chloride is ionic, which is considered highly polar

Q. Is Sodium Chloride an antioxidant?
Sodium Chloride does not possess antioxidant property.