Sodium Chloride

Information About Sodium Chloride

Uses of Sodium Chloride

Sodium chloride 0.9% is commonly used to treat dehydration and as short term fluid replacement after trauma. it is also used as an irrigation solution for eye and nasal congestion.

How Sodium Chloride Works

Sodium chloride is the major extracellular cation. Sodium chloride is physiologically vital in fluid balance, water distribution and osmotic pressure control.

Side Effects of Sodium Chloride

Hypernatraemia, thirst, fever, tachycardia, hypertension, headache, dizziness, restlessness, irritability and weakness.

Authorship

Written By

Dr Mohd Ramzdhan Bin Mohd Masdar

MD (Crimea State Medical University)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

Sodium Chloride Related Warnings

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with sodium chloride. Taking Sodium chloride with alcohol may worsen the side effects such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, and palpitations.

Pregnancy Not Safe

Sodium chloride may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown side effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable even with the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation Limited Data

Sodium Chloride is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that Sodium Chloride does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving Generally Safe

Not applicable.

Kidney Use With Care

Sodium chloride should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. In chronic salt-losing conditions, dose adjustment of sodium chloride may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Limited Data

Sodium chloride should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of sodium chloride may be needed. Liver enzyme monitoring should be needed for patients with severe liver impairment. Please consult your doctor.