Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S

Description

About

• Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S contains Sodium Chloride as an active ingredient.
• Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is used to treat dryness inside the nose (nasal passages). It helps add moisture inside the nose to dissolve and soften thick or crusty mucus. In babies and young children with stuffy noses who cannot blow their noses, using this product helps to make the mucus easier to remove with a nasal bulb syringe.
• Hold your nasal spray canister in one hand. Insert the canister tip into your nose, aiming the tip toward the back of your head. Use a finger to close the nostril on the side not receiving the medicine. Press down on the canister as you begin to breathe in slowly through your nose.

Indications

Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S can be used to treat:

• clean/sterilize open wounds and burns
• Drain nasal passages
• Replenish lost body salts and fluids
• Dilute various other medicines
• To regulate blood pressure levels
• Eye drops

How Does Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S Work

 Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is used to restore ions in the body as well as fluids that may be lost to the environment.These ions such as sodium and potassium are always present inside and outside the cells in the body,they regulate a person’s energy levels and aid in nerve transmissions all over the central nervous system.These ions are also very important for muscular contractions and for the healthy functioning of the human heart.By replenishing the body,Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S helps maintain normal bodily functions.

How To Use Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S

Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is injected into the patient’s vein by a trained healthcare professional.The area where the needle is to pierce the skin,is first disinfected by an alcohol swab or any other disinfectant that the hospital has.Then the needle uncapped and solution injected into the body.The solution is injected slowly.The area of the skin where the needle enters,may slightly bruise or remain sore for 24 hours.After the injection the needle prick is pressed down (by hand) for 20 seconds,to make sure there is no bleeding and then a band-aid is placed on top.

If Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is used to clean wounds or drain nasal passages,there may not be any need to penetrate the skin.The solution is placed at the wound or a child safe (without needle) syringe is placed in a nostril (while pressing the other nostril down lighty with a finger) and the solution is injected in.This procedure is again to be done by trained professionals.

Dosage

Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S dosage and the frequency of giving Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S  is determined by the doctor in charge.Dosage is calculated for each individual,by health care professionals,depending upon the patient’s medical condition,the reason for administering Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S as well as the patient’s weight and age.

Precaution needs to be taken before administering Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S to patients ages 60 years and above and also to infants as due to slow kidney functions,sodium may be retained for a longer time than needed in the body.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S may be prescribed to pregnant and lactating women only when necessary,in certain emergency cases and under the supervision of a physician.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S:

• Allergy to Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S or any other medicine or food substance 
• Congestive heart failure
• Moderate to severe kidney failure
• Chronic liver disease
• Moderate to severe liver impairment
• Edema (due to any reason)

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S:

• Pulmonary edema 
• Heart illnesses
• High blood pressure
• Urinary tract ailments
• Old age
• Infants

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S

• Corticosteroids
• Corticotropin

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Soreness at site of injection
• Light bruising at site of injection
• Lightheadedness/dizziness 
• Headache 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of administering Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Swelling of ankles/hands/feet
• Muscle cramps
• Nausea
• Mood swings
• Seizures 

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak -If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
• Soreness at the site of injection- a cold compress can be used for 5 minutes to ease out the soreness.

Key Facts About Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S

• Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is available in liquid form and is administered by trained medical professionals
• Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S isn’t commonly prescribed to pregnant women
• Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S may cause headaches and dizziness
• Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S dosage is dependent upon the patient’s medical condition and any adverse effects felt by the patient.

FAQs

#1.IS IT NORMAL TO FEEL LIGHTHEADED AFTER GETTING INJECTED WITH Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S?

Yes,If Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘Smakes you feel dizzy or weak,stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture.Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

#2.CAN I TAKE Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

Yes,Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is deemed safe to be ingested during pregnancy under the care and supervision of a medical professional.

#3.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S?

• Soreness at site of injection
• Light bruising at site of injection
• Lightheadedness/dizziness 
• Headache

#4.HOW DOES Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S HELP?

Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is used to restore ions in the body as well as fluids that may be lost to the environment.These ions such as sodium and potassium are always present inside and outside the cells in the body,they regulate a person’s energy levels and aid in nerve transmissions all over the central nervous system.These ions are also very important for muscular contractions and for the healthy functioning of the human heart.By replenishing the body,Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S helps maintain normal bodily functions.

#5.HOW TO USE Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S?

Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S is injected into the patient’s vein by a trained healthcare professional.The area where the needle is to pierce the skin,is first disinfected by an alcohol swab or any other disinfectant that the hospital has.Then the needle uncapped and solution injected into the body.The solution is injected slowly.The area of the skin where the needle enters,may slightly bruise or remain sore for 24 hours.After the injection the needle prick is pressed down (by hand) for 20 seconds,to make sure there is no bleeding and then a band-aid is placed on top.

#6.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE PAINKILLERS WHILE TAKING Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S?

Yes.Over the counter painkillers such as paracetamol are safe to be ingested along with Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S under the supervision of a doctor.

#7.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

Yes.There is no evidence to suggest that Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S interacts with oral contraceptives.

#8.WILL Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#9.CAN Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S BE USED AS EYE DROPS?

Yes. Medisol NS 0.9% 1000ml Injection 1 ‘S can be used as a cleaning solution for the eye when prescribed by an ophthalmologist.