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Product introduction

Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex is a combination medicine used in short term fluid replacement after trauma. It replenishes the salt and electrolyte levels in the body.

Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

The medicine is generally safe with no common side effects. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have diabetes or kidney disease. Tell your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Your doctor also needs to know what other medicines you are taking as there are many which interact with this medicine and affect the way it works. You may be asked for regular monitoring of changes in fluid balance, electrolyte concentrations, and acid-base balance during the treatment.

Uses of Fresenius Injection

  • Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Benefits of Fresenius Injection

In Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Appropriate fluid replacement is very essential to restore normal brain activity and other vital functions of the body to promote healing as well as speedy recovery. Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex helps restore this fluid and electrolyte imbalance and aids in improving the overall health of the patient. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

Side effects of Fresenius Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fresenius

  • No common side effects seen

How to use Fresenius Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Fresenius Injection works

Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex is a combination of four medicines: Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Potassium Chloride and Calcium Chloride, which replenishes the salt and electrolyte levels in the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
CAUTION
Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex is used to provide your body with extra water and electrolytes (salt). It is used when a patient is not able to drink enough liquids or when additional fluids are needed after any surgery or trauma.
  • It should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, peripheral edema (swelling in the arms, feet, or legs), or pulmonary edema (when fluids build up in the lungs).
  • Your blood pressure will be monitored regularly while taking Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex.

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No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED

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FAQs

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What is the use of Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex?

Fresenius Ringer Lactate Freeflex is a source of electrolytes and water. It is used to treat dehydration.

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References

  1. DailyMed. sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Ringer Lactate Infusion. Thetford, Norfolk: Baxter Healthcare Ltd.; 2001 [revised Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
Address: Fresenius Kabi AG​ , Else-Kröner-Straße 1 ​ , 61352 Bad Homburg , Germany
Country of origin: India

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