Isotonic Sodium Chloride

Sterile Water for Injections is used for preparation of a medicine intended for injection or infusion by slow drip into a vein. It is only to be used for this purpose and should not be injected without the inclusion of medicine.

Sodium Chloride Injection 0.9% is a sterile isotonic solution of sodium chloride in water for injections, pH 4.5-7.0, containing no preservatives (normal saline). Used as the vehicle for many parenteral drugs and as an electrolyte replenisher for maintenance or replacement of deficits of extracellular fluid. It can also be used as a sterile irrigation medium.

Indications:

• Supply of water and electrolytes (sodium deficiency, chlorine deficiency)
• Diluent for injectable preparations

Dosage & Administration:

• For an adult, the dose of 20 ~ 1000 mL is administered by S.C., I.V. or rectally
• The dosage may be increased or decreased depending on the age, symptoms and body weight

Storage:

• Hermetic container, Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C

Shelf-life:

• 36 months from the manufacturing date