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

Ringer Lactate Infusion 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 Ringer Lactate Infusion

Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Benefits of Ringer Lactate Infusion

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. Ringer Lactate Infusion 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 Ringer Lactate Infusion

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 Ringer Lactate

No common side effects seen

How to use Ringer Lactate Infusion

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

How Ringer Lactate Infusion works

Ringer Lactate Infusion is a balanced electrolyte solution that helps restore fluids and essential minerals in the body after trauma or fluid loss. Sodium Chloride maintains blood pressure and fluid balance, while Sodium Lactate helps provide energy and correct mild blood acidity. Potassium Chloride supports proper heart and muscle function, and Calcium Chloride is important for muscle movements, nerve signals, and blood clotting. Together, these components help rehydrate the body, correct electrolyte imbalances, and stabilize vital functions during short-term fluid replacement.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ringer Lactate Infusion.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ringer Lactate Infusion 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 Ringer Lactate Infusion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

NOT RELEVANT

Not relevant, as Ringer Lactate Infusion is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ringer Lactate Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ringer Lactate Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ringer Lactate Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ringer Lactate Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Ringer Lactate Infusion

₹0.04/ml of Infusion

RL Infusion

Shree KrishnaKeshav Laboratories Ltd

₹0.1/ml of infusion

150% costlier

Ringer Lactate Infusion

Albert David Ltd

₹0.05/ml of infusion

25% costlier

Ringer Lactate Infusion

Nirlife Healthcare

₹0.04/ml of infusion

same price

Ringer Lactate Infusion

Albert David Ltd

₹0.09/ml of infusion

125% costlier

Ringer Lactate IP Poly Infusion

Albert David Ltd

₹0.07/ml of infusion

75% costlier

Quick tips

Ringer Lactate Infusion 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 Ringer Lactate Infusion.

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FAQs

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

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 Ringer Lactate Infusion?

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

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References

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