Tromethamine-makes-blood-and-urine-more-alkaline-or-less-acidic.-it Injectable Solution

Name: Tromethamine-makes-blood-and-urine-more-alkaline-or-less-acidic.-it Injectable Solution

Highlights for tromethamine-makes-blood-and-urine-more-alkaline-or-less-acidic.-it

TROMETHAMINE makes blood and urine more alkaline or less acidic. It is used to treat metabolic acidosis, a condition where the body produces too much acid or when the kidneys are not removing enough acid from the body.

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.

Tromethamine-makes-blood-and-urine-more-alkaline-or-less-acidic.-it Side Effects

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

  • confusion
  • dark urine
  • fast heartbeat
  • general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms
  • light-colored stools
  • pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected
  • right upper belly pain
  • sweating
  • unusually weak or tired
  • yellowing of the eyes or skin

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

  • dizziness
  • feeling anxious
  • increased hunger
  • loss of appetite, nausea

Tromethamine-makes-blood-and-urine-more-alkaline-or-less-acidic.-it May Interact with Other Medications

This medicine may interact with any of the following medications:

  • amphetamines like amphetamine, dextroamphetamine, lisdexamfetamine, methamphetamine
  • lithium
  • norfloxacin
Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always speak with your healthcare provider about possible interactions with all prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements, and over-the-counter drugs that you are taking.

How to Use tromethamine-makes-blood-and-urine-more-alkaline-or-less-acidic.-it

This medicine is for infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

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

  • kidney disease
  • respiratory acidosis
  • salicylate toxicity in a newborn
  • an unusual or allergic reaction to tromethamine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant
  • breast-feeding
What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

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