Ringer's lactate solution
Fluid used for resuscitation after blood loss
Ringer's lactate solution
Ringer's lactate solution (RL), also known as sodium lactate solution or Lactated Ringer's (LR), is a mixture of sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride in water. It is used for replacing fluids and electrolytes in those who have low blood volume or low blood pressure. It may also be used to treat metabolic acidosis and to wash the eye following a chemical burn. It is given by intravenous infusion or applied to the affected area. It is very similar to Hartmann's solution and the two solutions are often used interchangeably. Side effects may include allergic reactions, high blood potassium, hypervolemia, and high blood calcium. It may not be suitable for mixing with certain medications and some recommend against use in the same infusion as a blood transfusion. Ringer's lactate solution has a lower rate of acidosis as compared with normal saline. Use is generally safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Ringer's lactate solution is in the crystalloid family of...
Read on Wikipedia · Image Stefan Reitzner (Xy01), CC BY-SA 2.0 de
Open boosters, collect cards and trade them. Free to play.
Play for free