POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ IN DEXTROSE 5% AND LACTATED RINGER'S IN PLASTIC CONTAINER (calcium chloride) · Fresenius Kabi
This solution helps patients who need to restore or maintain their body's water and electrolyte levels. It is used for both adults and children to provide essential fluids and minerals. Healthcare providers prescribe it to ensure the body has the necessary components for proper fluid balance and organ function.
How POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ IN DEXTROSE 5% AND LACTATED RINGER'S IN PLASTIC CONTAINER Works
This medication works by delivering a combination of water and key electrolytes directly into the body. Sodium and chloride help manage fluid distribution and acid-base balance, while potassium supports nerve signals and heart muscle contraction. Additionally, calcium is included to assist with blood clotting, heart function, and bone health.
Details
- Status
- Discontinued
- First Approved
- 1985-04-05
- Routes
- INJECTION
- Dosage Forms
- INJECTABLE
Companies
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ IN DEXTROSE 5% AND LACTATED RINGER'S IN PLASTIC CONTAINER Approval History
What POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ IN DEXTROSE 5% AND LACTATED RINGER'S IN PLASTIC CONTAINER Treats
2 indicationsPOTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ IN DEXTROSE 5% AND LACTATED RINGER'S IN PLASTIC CONTAINER is approved for 2 conditions since its original approval in 1985. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
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Clinical Trial Registry
7 trials| Trial | Sponsor ID | Phase | Status | Title |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT07550413 | 20042026 | Ph 2 | not yet recruiting | Role of Intravenous Calcium to Decrease Blood Loss During Intrapartum Cesarean Section |
| NCT03772990 ICARUS | 21/2019 | Ph 4 | completed | Calcium Administration in Cardiac Surgery |
| NCT05027048 CALBLOC results posted | 62206 MRTG-02-15-2022-Ansari, YIG-2020 | Ph 3 | completed | Calcium Chloride for Prevention of Blood Loss During Intrapartum Cesarean Delivery |
| NCT04153435 COCA results posted | 00002 2019-003387-46 | Ph 2 | completed | Calcium for Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest |
| NCT03867383 results posted | 43076 | Ph 1, Ph 2 | completed | Calcium Chloride for Prevention of Uterine Atony During Cesarean |
| NCT01941914 | AA1310 | Ph 1 | completed | Calcium Electroporation for the Treatment of Keloids |
| NCT00955266 results posted | 2009-P-000052 | Ph 4 | terminated | A Trial of Intravenous Calcium and Myocardial Diastolic Dysfunction During Separation From Cardiopulmonary Bypass |
Active Pipeline
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Trial Timeline
Full development history with FDA approval milestones
Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
Green lines in the timeline show ORIG and Efficacy approvals - the clinically meaningful milestones.
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 20MEQ IN DEXTROSE 5% AND LACTATED RINGER'S IN PLASTIC CONTAINER FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)Ringer’s Injection is indicated for use as a source of water and electrolytes in adults and pediatric patients. Ringer’s Injection is indicated for use as a source of water and electrolytes in adults and pediatric patients.
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