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Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun

Active Ingredient:
Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride
Origin:
EU

Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun (Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride)

Potassium chloride and sodium chloride, the active ingredients in Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun, are electrolyte solutions presented as an injection solution for intravenous use. They replace potassium and sodium ions to correct electrolyte imbalances such as hypokalemia and hyponatremia in hospitalized patients.

GNH India supplies Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

B.Braun Melsungen Ag

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun is an injectable electrolyte solution used to correct disturbances in body fluid electrolytes.

  • Hypokalemia: restores low potassium levels to normal range.
  • Hyponatremia: provides sodium to correct low serum sodium.
  • General electrolyte replacement: supports overall electrolyte balance during surgery, trauma, or intensive care.

How It Works

  • The solution delivers potassium and sodium ions directly into the bloodstream, increasing extracellular concentrations of these electrolytes. Elevated potassium helps restore membrane potential and muscle function, while sodium contributes to fluid balance and osmotic regulation. Together they correct the deficits responsible for hypokalemia and hyponatremia, re‑establishing normal cellular activity.

Side Effects

Adverse reactions may occur with intravenous electrolyte administration.

Common Side Effects

  • Pain or irritation at the injection site.
  • Mild nausea or vomiting.
  • Transient headache.
  • Slight increase in serum chloride.
  • Temporary rise in blood pressure.
  • Mild hyperglycemia.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Severe hyperkalemia leading to cardiac arrhythmia.
  • Hypernatremia causing neurological symptoms.
  • Anaphylactic reaction or severe hypersensitivity.
  • Phlebitis or thrombophlebitis at the infusion site.
  • Acute kidney injury due to electrolyte overload.
  • Metabolic acidosis in susceptible patients.

Precautions & Warnings

When using Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun, clinicians should consider patient-specific factors and monitor laboratory values.

  • Renal function: assess creatinine clearance before and during therapy.
  • Cardiac status: monitor ECG for arrhythmias, especially in patients with cardiac disease.
  • Fluid balance: avoid overload in patients with heart failure or edema.
  • Concomitant electrolytes: adjust doses if other potassium or sodium sources are administered.
  • Pregnancy and lactation: use only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk.
  • Store at 2-8°C: keep refrigerated, protect from light, do not freeze or shake.

Avoid Interactions

Electrolyte solutions can interact with other medications affecting ion balance.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • ACE inhibitors or ARBs: may potentiate hyperkalemia.
  • Potassium-sparing diuretics (e.g., spironolactone): increase risk of severe hyperkalemia.
  • Sodium bicarbonate: can cause rapid shifts in serum sodium.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Digoxin: altered potassium levels affect drug toxicity.
  • Beta‑blockers: may mask hypoglycemia symptoms when combined with electrolyte shifts.
  • Insulin therapy: rapid potassium shifts can affect glucose control.

Frequently Asked Questions

Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun is an injectable electrolyte solution used to replace potassium and sodium ions in patients with electrolyte deficiencies such as hypokalemia and hyponatremia, or when overall electrolyte balance needs to be restored during surgery, trauma, or intensive care.

The formulation delivers potassium and sodium directly into the bloodstream, raising extracellular concentrations of these ions. Increased potassium helps normalize membrane potentials and muscle function, while sodium supports fluid balance and osmotic pressure, together correcting the biochemical disturbances that cause low serum potassium or sodium.

The dose is individualized and determined by the prescribing clinician based on the patient’s electrolyte levels, renal function, and clinical condition. Healthcare professionals calculate the required amount of potassium and sodium to safely correct the specific deficit.

Safety in pregnancy and lactation has not been definitively established. The product should only be used when the potential therapeutic benefit justifies any possible risk to the fetus or infant, and the decision must be made by the treating physician.

To place an order, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies, and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details (including cold‑chain if needed), and import documentation.

Kaliumchloride Natriumchloride B. Braun combines both potassium and sodium in a single sterile injection, offering convenience over separate potassium or sodium preparations. It provides rapid correction of mixed electrolyte deficits, whereas single‑ion solutions address only one electrolyte abnormality.

The product must be stored at 2‑8 °C, protected from light, and should not be frozen or shaken. Keep the vial in its original packaging until use and discard any solution that appears discolored or contains particles.

It is administered intravenously by a qualified healthcare professional. The solution is typically diluted in compatible IV fluids and infused over a period determined by the patient’s electrolyte status and clinical response, with continuous monitoring of serum levels.

The most serious risks include severe hyperkalemia or hypernatremia, which can cause cardiac arrhythmias, neurological disturbances, or renal impairment. Anaphylactic reactions and severe local vein inflammation are also possible, requiring immediate medical attention.

Patients with known hypersensitivity to potassium chloride, sodium chloride, or any excipients in the formulation should avoid it. It is also contraindicated in individuals with severe renal failure, uncontrolled hyperkalemia, or uncontrolled hypernatremia unless closely monitored.

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