What is Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun used for?

Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun

Active Ingredient:: Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Glucose Monohydrate
Origin:: EU

Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun (Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Glucose Monohydrate)

Potassium chloride, sodium chloride and glucose monohydrate, the active ingredients in Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun, are an IV electrolyte solution presented as an intravenous solution for intravenous use. It provides electrolyte replacement and metabolic energy in patients requiring fluid resuscitation, correction of electrolyte imbalances, or hypoglycemia management.

GNH India supplies Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun as a licensed, GDP-compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals worldwide.

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B.Braun Melsungen Ag

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun is used in clinical situations that require rapid restoration of extracellular fluid volume and electrolyte balance.

Electrolyte replacement: restores potassium and sodium levels in patients with deficits.
Fluid resuscitation: expands intravascular volume in hypovolemic states.
Hypokalemia: corrects low serum potassium concentrations.
Hyponatremia: raises serum sodium in dilute states.
Hypoglycemia: supplies glucose for immediate metabolic energy.

How It Works

The solution delivers potassium and sodium ions directly into the extracellular compartment, raising serum K+ and Na+ concentrations while expanding intravascular volume. Glucose provides a substrate for cellular metabolism and stimulates insulin release, which promotes intracellular potassium shift, aiding correction of hypokalemia. Together, these actions restore fluid balance, correct electrolyte disturbances, and supply metabolic energy.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects

Infusion site irritation: mild pain or redness at the catheter site.
Mild hyperkalemia: slight increase in serum potassium.
Mild hypernatremia: slight increase in serum sodium.
Transient hyperglycemia: temporary rise in blood glucose.
Phlebitis: inflammation of the vein.
Nausea: occasional gastrointestinal discomfort.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

Severe hyperkalemia: can cause cardiac arrhythmias.
Cardiac arrhythmia: abnormal heart rhythm due to electrolyte shifts.
Severe hypernatremia: neurologic symptoms from high sodium.
Anaphylactic reaction: rare severe allergic response.
Electrolyte overload: fluid and electrolyte excess leading to edema.
Metabolic acidosis: imbalance of blood pH.

Precautions & Warnings

Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun should be administered with careful clinical monitoring.

Renal impairment: monitor serum electrolytes and adjust infusion rate.
Cardiac disease: watch for arrhythmias due to rapid electrolyte changes.
Diabetes mellitus: monitor blood glucose levels during infusion.
Concomitant IV potassium: avoid duplicate potassium dosing.
Pregnancy: use only if potential benefits outweigh risks.
Store at ambient temperature: keep in original container, protect from light and moisture.

Avoid Interactions

Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun may interact with several medications.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

ACE inhibitors: increase risk of hyperkalemia.
Potassium-sparing diuretics: may cause potassium overload.
Insulin therapy: can cause rapid intracellular potassium shift.
Hypertonic saline: adds excess sodium load.
IV calcium: may antagonize potassium effects.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

Beta‑blockers: may blunt insulin‑mediated potassium shift.
Loop diuretics: increase sodium loss, requiring electrolyte monitoring.
Other glucose‑containing solutions: cumulative hyperglycemia risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kalium-Natrium-Glucose Braun is an intravenous electrolyte solution used to replace lost potassium and sodium, provide glucose for

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GNH India Pharmaceuticals Limited

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Last updated: 16 Aug 2026

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