Hartmann’s Solution

Indications & Dose:

Prevention & replenishment of reduced circulatory blood volume & interstitial fluid by replenishing water and electrolytes in E.C.F. under the following types of stress: Before, during and after surgery. Trauma, scalds and burns etc. 

Contraindications:

Lactacidemia (lactic acidosis) with severe liver damage.

Side Effects:

Cautions:

Precautions:

Renal failure due to renal diseases Cardiac failure. Reduced urinary output due to obstructive urinary tract diseases. Hypertonic dehydration. Severe liver damage. Alkalosis. Lactic acid metabolism disturbances. Sodium Chloride content of this solution is 6.0 gm/litre. Therefore, care should be taken in those cases where salt intake is restricted as in oedema, hypertension etc. 

Interaction:

Warnings:

Adverse Effects:

Cerebral, pulmonary and peripheral oedema may occur with a large volume and/or rapid infusion. 

Lactations:

Special Precautions:

Counselling:

Side Effects Or Adverse Reactions:

Patient And Carer Advice: