¿Qué es Ringers?

La solución de Ringer es un líquido isotónico que se utiliza comúnmente en entornos médicos como expansor de volumen y para corregir desequilibrios electrolíticos. Contiene una mezcla equilibrada de cloruro de sodio, cloruro de potasio, cloruro de calcio y lactato de sodio o bicarbonato, aproximando estrechamente la composición del plasma sanguíneo. Esta solución se utiliza para mantener la hidratación, apoyar la circulación y facilitar la administración de medicamentos o nutrientes por vía intravenosa.

Side Effects

• Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
• Numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips.
• Trouble urinating, or a change in how much or how often you urinate.

Warnings

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding. Your electrolyte needs may be different than normal.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you have a history of breathing problems, diabetes, liver problems, or kidney disease. Tell your doctor if you have heart disease, congestive heart failure, heart rhythm problems, or if you are on a low salt diet. Make sure your doctor knows if you have had recent problems with swelling or retaining (keeping) fluid, or a recent surgery or serious injury. Tell your doctor if you have ever had problems with the levels of sodium (salt) or potassium in your blood. Make sure your doctor knows about any other health problems you may have.
• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
• Giving this medicine too quickly may be dangerous, even life-threatening. Follow the instructions from your doctor or pharmacist when using this medicine. Always use the IV pump and other equipment as recommended by your doctor or pharmacist.
• Numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips.