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Would 3% 500ml hypertonic drip cause major bad reactions if administered over a 2.5hour time period to someone who has only slightly low (136) sodium?

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Dr. Patrick Kohlitz answered

It should not: There are multiple variables that dictate the rate of sodium changes when giving saline solution. Hypertonic saline may elevate a patients sodium level but this depends on how much and how quickly it is given. Generally, 500cc of 3% saline over 2.5 hours would not cause a reaction.

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Answered 4/5/2016

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A member asked:

Would 3% 500ml hypertonic drip cause major bad reactions if administered over a 2.5hour time period to someone who has only slightly low (136) sodium?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Patrick Kohlitz answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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