Normalin 0.9% (IV Infusion)

Indications

• Dry nasal membrane relief
• Moistens dry nasal passages
• Dissolves mucus
• Clears nose after surgery
• Used for wound and body cleansing
• Used as a mixing solution for other medications
• Management of metabolic alkalosis
• Treatment for gastro-enteritis
• Priming fluid for hemodialysis procedures

Pharmacology

• Moisturizes nasal membranes
• Softens and dissolves thick or crusty mucus
• Helps breathing by removing nasal mucus
• Sodium excretion by the kidneys
• Relief for stuffy noses in babies and children
• Excretion of excess sodium in faeces and sweat

Dosage

• Nasal congestion relief for infants
• Ear wax removal
• Instruction for nasal, eye, and ear use
• Intravenous dosage calculation
• Adult dosage for 0.9% injection

Administration

• Instructions for using nasal spray
• Cleaning procedure for nasal spray
• Instructions for using intravenous solution
• Infusion set and solution check
• Venepuncture site preparation
• Adjusting drip speed for infusion

Contraindications

• Do not share the medication with others

Side Effects

• Possible side effects for eye/ear/nasal
• Adverse reactions for intravenous use

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Consultation required during pregnancy
• Unknown impact on breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

• Medical history consideration
• Special caution for congestive heart failure patients
• Serum electrolyte concentration monitoring
• Fluid infusion discontinuation factors

Storage Conditions

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature
• Protect from light and moisture

Therapeutic Class

• Classified as intravenous fluid preparations
• Categorized under Nasal Decongestants & Other Nasal Preparations

Overdose Effects

• No adverse reports of overdose

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