Ringer's lactate
Information about Ringer's lactate
Ringer's lactate uses
Ringer's lactate is used in short term fluid replacement after trauma and dehydration.
How ringer's lactate works
Ringer's lactate is a purified salt solution which works by replenishing salt and electrolyte levels in the body.
Common side effects of ringer's lactate
Fluid overload, Injection site pain, Extravasation, Fever, Sodium retention, Allergic reaction, Increased sodium level in blood, Venous thrombosis, Increased potassium level in blood, Increased calcium level in blood, Metabolic alkalosis, Anaphylactic reaction