Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: prophylaxis Age: Adults |
Dose: Tablet – 8-16 tablets Frequency: per day |
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Indication: treatment Age: Adults |
Dose: Tablet – dosage to be adjusted to individual needs Note: up to a maximum of 40 tablets per day in case of severe salt depletion |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Treatment of sodium chloride deficiency Age: Neonates |
Dose: Oral – 3 to 5 mmol/kg/day Frequency: In divided doses |
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Indication: Treatment of sodium chloride deficiency Age: Children (1 month to 18 years) |
Dose: Oral – 1–2 mmol/kg/day Frequency: In divided doses |
Renal Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
|
Condition: Renal impairment |
Dose: Not specified Note: Dosage adjustment may be necessary. |
Administration
- Take with approximately 70ml water per tablet
- Swallow whole
Side Effect
- Hypernatraemia
- thirst
- reduced salivation and lachrymation
- fever
- tachycardia
- hypertension
- headache
- dizziness
- restlessness
- irritability and weakness
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Lithium
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May affect serum concentrations
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Edema, Heart Disease, Cardiac Decompensation
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Risk of fluid retention
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store below 30°C in a dry place protected from light. Keep out of reach of Children.
Data Sources
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