NS 500
Sodium Chloride. 0.9 %w/v,Water for Injection qs litres
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Source: Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority · fetched 2026-03-11 23:40:40 · updated 2026-10-19 03:00:44
About this medicine
Litres is a unit of measurement, not a medication.
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Clinical monograph: litres
Litres (or liters) is a unit of volume commonly used in the metric system to measure liquids. It is defined as one cubic decimeter (dm³) and is equal to 1,000 milliliters (mL). In clinical settings, litres are often used to quantify fluid volumes administered intravenously or in other therapeutic contexts.
Dosage
Children: Paediatric fluid requirements should be calculated based on age, weight, and clinical condition. Refer to the guidelines in the BNF for Children for detailed recommendations.
Adults: Dosage in litres may vary depending on clinical circumstances, such as fluid resuscitation needs, maintenance fluid requirements, or medication delivery. Refer to clinical guidelines for specific scenarios.
Mechanism of action
Litres do not have a pharmacological mechanism of action as they are a unit of measurement rather than a drug. However, the administration of fluids measured in litres can influence various physiological processes, including hydration status, electrolyte balance, and overall fluid homeostasis in the body.
Pharmacodynamics
As a measurement unit, litres do not exhibit pharmacodynamics. However, the volume of fluid administered can impact the pharmacodynamics of medications that are diluted or delivered in fluid form, affecting the rate of absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of drugs.
Pharmacokinetics
Litres as a unit of volume do not possess pharmacokinetic properties. The pharmacokinetics of a drug may be influenced by the volume of fluid in which it is administered, as this can affect the concentration of the drug in the bloodstream and its subsequent pharmacological effects.
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