Sodium-chloride Oral Solution

SODIUM CHLORIDE (SOE dee um KLOOR ide) is a natural salt that is important for normal body functions. Too much or too little sodium in the body can cause health problems. This medicine is used to replace sodium in the body after excessive sweating in order to prevent and treat heat cramps. It is also used to replace sodium when replacement is needed for other medical reasons.

This drug also comes in other forms, including Ophthalmic solution, Ophthalmic ointment

This drug can cause serious side effects. See which side effects you should report to your doctor right away.

Know how to use your medication, and learn what might happen if you miss a dose.

Talk to your healthcare provider if you have any of these conditions.

Know what to watch for and get tips for reducing your risks while taking this drug.

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• confusion
• muscle twitching
• seizures
• swelling of the ankles, feet, hands

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (Report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome.):

• increased thirst

• certain medicines for high blood pressure
• lithium

Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. The tablet is dissolved in water to make a solution that can be swallowed. If dissolving the tablet, mix with 4 ounces (120 ml) of distilled water and use exactly as directed. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• high levels of sodium in the blood
• kidney disease
• liver disease
• low salt or sodium diet
• an unusual or allergic reaction to any medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

This medicine is not for regular use. Take only those doses prescribed by your doctor or health care professional. Do not take double or extra doses.

Stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms of heat cramps continue

for more than 24 hours or if they get worse. You may have a serious medical condition.

Each tablet contains 394 mg of sodium. Inform your doctor or healthcare professional if you are on a low salt or sodium diet.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.