Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion

Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion is indicated for the replacement of extracellular fluid, parenteral replenishment of fluid and sodium chloride as required by the patient’s clinical condition, and treatment of metabolic acidosis in the presence of fluid loss. It helps prevent and treat salt and fluid imbalances in the body.

Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion contains Sodium chloride, which helps maintain the balance of fluid in and around the body’s cells and tissues. It aids in the restoration of the normal salt balance. Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion also acts as a source of electrolytes and water for hydration.

In some cases, Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion may cause injection site reactions such as irritation, swelling, tenderness, and redness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any components in Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion in children.

Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion is indicated for the extracellular fluid replacement, parenteral replenishment of fluid and sodium chloride as required by the patient’s clinical condition, and treatment of metabolic acidosis in the presence of fluid loss. It helps prevent and treat salt and fluid imbalances in the body. Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion helps maintain the balance of fluid in and around the body’s cells and tissues. It aids in the restoration of the normal salt balance. Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion acts as a source of electrolytes and water for hydration. Sodium chloride may be used to dilute or prepare some drugs for use and irrigation (wash out wounds).

Irritation, swelling, tenderness, and redness at the site of injection

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any components in Pentagon Sodium Chloride 3% Infusion. Inform your doctor if you have heart failure, hypernatraemia (high serum levels of sodium), cardio-pulmonary disease, high blood pressure, oedema/swelling, pre-eclampsia of pregnancy, congestive heart failure, liver or kidney problems if you are receiving drugs that may increase sodium retention if you are elderly or very young. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking corticosteroids, hormones (corticotropin), or anti-psychotics (lithium).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

• CORTICOTROPIN
• LITHIUM

• Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
• If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
• Consume foods rich in water, such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussels sprouts, and apples.

Monitoring changes in fluid balance, electrolyte concentrations and acid-base balance is advised.

Fluid replacement therapy: It is the process of replacing body fluids that have been lost as a result of sweating, bleeding, dehydration, or other circumstances. Some symptoms are thirst, dry mouth, lightheadedness, fatigue, headaches, and increased urination.