Ringer lactate

What Are The Uses Of Ringer lactate?

Ringer lactate (sodium lactate solution) is made from a mixture of sodium chloride and calcium chloride in water and is used for:

• Fluid retention after surgery (or) burn injury (or) trauma to balance the metabolism in the body.
• Injecting some medications into the patient’s body.
• Replacing fluids and electrolytes in those who have low blood volume or low blood pressure.
• Treatment of metabolic acidosis.
• Washing eye after a chemical burn.

What Are The Side Effects Of Ringer lactate?

The common side effects of ringer lactate (RL) are:

• High blood potassium
• Volume overload
• High blood calcium

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Ringer lactate?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Severe liver disease
• Sodium lactate allergy
• Severe metabolic acidosis (or) alkalosis