Water for injection Flashcards
1
Q
Presentation
A
10 ml polyamp
2
Q
Pharmacology
A
- clear
- colourless
- particle free
- odourless
- tasteless
- sterile
- pH of 5.6 - 7.7
- contains no antimicrobial agents
3
Q
Metabolism
A
- Distributed throughout the body
- excreted by the kidneys
4
Q
Indications
A
Used to dissolve ceftriaxone in preparation for IV injection
5
Q
Contras
A
NIL in the above indication
6
Q
Precautions
A
NIL in the above indication
7
Q
Route of administration
A
IV
8
Q
Side effects
A
NIL
9
Q
Special notes
A
NIL
10
Q
Meningococcal Septicaemia
A
Adult
- Dilute Ceftriaxone 1 g with 9.5 ml Water for injection
- administer 1 g (10 ml) IV over approximately 2 mins
Peadiatric
- Dilute Ceftriaxone with lignocaine 1% for IM administration
