Aqupharm 3 Solution for Infusion

Country: United Kingdom

Language: English

Source: VMD (Veterinary Medicines Directorate)

Active ingredient:

Glucose, Sodium Chloride

Available from:

Animalcare Ltd

ATC code:

QB05BB02

INN (International Name):

Glucose, Sodium Chloride

Pharmaceutical form:

Solution for infusion

Prescription type:

POM-V - Prescription Only Medicine – Veterinarian

Therapeutic group:

Cats, Dogs

Therapeutic area:

Replacement Agent

Authorization status:

Authorized

Authorization date:

1993-06-07

Summary of Product characteristics

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SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS
1.
NAME OF THE VETERINARY MEDICINAL PRODUCT
Aqupharm 3 Solution for Infusion
2.
QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Sodium Chloride
0.9% w/v
Glucose Anhydrous
5.0% w/v
(or Glucose Monohydrate 5.5% w/v)
IONS
Sodium
154.0 mmol/l
Chloride
154.0 mmol/l
Also contains 188 calories per litre as glucose
For full list of excipients, see section 6.1
3.
PHARMACEUTICAL FORM
Solution for infusion
A clear, colourless solution free from particulate matter.
4.
CLINICAL PARTICULARS
4.1
TARGET SPECIES
Dogs and cats
4.2
INDICATIONS FOR USE, SPECIFYING THE TARGET SPECIES
For the treatment of dehydration to correct water and electrolyte
depletion
where the patient’s carbohydrate store is considered to be depleted.
It is
also indicated in the management of Addisonian crisis and urethral
obstruction.
4.3
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Sodium overload may occur in cases with myocardial and renal damage.
It
should also be appreciated that in the period following surgical
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interference or severe trauma there may be an inability to excrete
excessive sodium.
4.4
SPECIAL WARNINGS FOR EACH TARGET SPECIES
In evaluating an animal for possible fluid therapy the state of
hydration,
electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, renal function and caloric
balance
should be considered. Evaluation will be based on history, physical
examination and laboratory testing.
The solution is not suitable for protracted use unless there is a
heavy and
continued loss of electrolytes. The difficulty arises from a danger of
potassium imbalance. In cases of potassium deficiency the
administration
of normal saline will increase potassium loss. Where such deficiency
is
known to occur it may be necessary to give oral potassium supplements.
4.5
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
i.
Special precautions for use in animals
Before use, the bag should be inspected and rejected if the solution
is not
clear or if the inner container is damaged.
The solu