Sodium Chloride 0.9% in Plastic Container

This intravenous solution is indicated for use in adults and pediatric patients as a source of electrolytes and water for hydration. This product is designed for use as a diluent and delivery system for intermittent intravenous administration of compatible drug additives. Consult prescribing information for INDICATIONS AND USAGE of drug additives to be administered in this manner.

This solution is contraindicated where the administration of sodium or chloride could be clinically detrimental.

Solutions containing sodium ions should be used with great care, if at all, in patients with congestive heart failure, severe renal insufficiency, and in clinical states in which there is sodium retention with edema. In patients with diminished renal function, administration of solutions containing sodium ions may result in sodium retention.

Drug Interactions Sodium-containing solutions should be administered with caution to patients receiving cortiscosteroids or corticotrophin. Some additives may be incompatible. Consult with pharmacist. When introducing additives, use aseptic techniques. Mix thoroughly. Do not store. Studies have not been conducted to evaluate additional drug/drug or drug/food interactions with Sodium Chloride Injection USP.

Pregnancy Teratogenic Effects Pregnancy Category C Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP. It is also not known whether 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproduction capacity. 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection USP should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.