Leaflet PLASMALYTE solution for infusion
Indicated for: fluid and electrolyte replacement
Route of administration: infusion
Substance: sodium chloride + potassium chloride + magnesium chloride + sodium acetate + sodium gluconate (balanced crystalloid electrolyte solution)
ATC: B05BB01 (Blood and blood forming organs | I.v. solutions | Solutions affecting the electrolyte balance)
Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.
This medicine may change blood electrolyte levels.
Sodium chloride + potassium chloride + magnesium chloride + sodium acetate + sodium gluconate is a balanced infusion solution used in hospital to restore fluids and electrolytes. It may be used when a patient has dehydration, fluid losses, surgery or needs maintenance of circulating volume.
It is given intravenously only by healthcare professionals. The dose, infusion rate and duration are chosen according to age, weight, blood pressure, pulse, blood tests, kidney function and heart function. The solution contains sodium, potassium and magnesium, so electrolyte monitoring may be needed, especially in frail patients or those with chronic illness.
Side effects may include pain or redness at the infusion site, vein inflammation, fever, local infection, fluid overload, oedema or electrolyte imbalance. High potassium may cause palpitations and rhythm disturbances, while high magnesium may lead to weakness, sleepiness or low blood pressure.
Tell healthcare staff immediately if shortness of breath, rapid limb swelling, chest pain, palpitations, confusion, severe dizziness, infusion-site pain or reduced urination occurs. Inform the doctor if you have kidney disease, heart failure, treatment with diuretics, ACE inhibitors, sartans or potassium supplements.
General data about PLASMALYTE
- Substance: sodium chloride + potassium chloride + magnesium chloride + sodium acetate + sodium gluconate
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-06-2026
- Product code: W70798002
- Pharmaceutical form: solution for infusion
- Quantity: 20
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Price: 184.33 RON
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.