Hartmanns Solution
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Hartmann's solution
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine.
• Keep this leaflet You may need to read it again.
• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed foryou. Do not pass it on to others.
• It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
• If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Hartmann's solution is and what it is used for
2. Before you receive Hartmann's solution
3. How you are given Hartmann's solution
4. Possible side effects
5. How Hartmann's solution is stored
6. Further information
1. WHAT HARTMANN'S SOLUTION IS AND WHAT FT IS USED FOR
Hartmann's solution is a clear solution of sodium lactate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride and small amounts of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide.
Hartmann's solution is used for the treatment of increased acid in the body (Metabolic acidosis) and water loss (dehydration) with acidosis this is a condition where the pH of your blood is low. Your doctor will be able to explain this to you.
It may also be used to increase the amount of fluids in your body or to restore the amount of electrolytes (salts) outside the cells.
It may also be used in the treatment of diabetic coma (unconsciousness caused by your blood sugar being too high or too low).
U15734/A GB
2. BEFORE YOU RECEIVE HARTMANN'S SOLUTION
You should not receive Hartmann's solution if you have:
• a known allergy (hypersensitivity) to Hartmann's solution or any of the ingredients of Hartmann's solution mentioned in section 6. If you develop a rash or other allergic reactions (like itching, swollen lips or face or shortness of breath), please inform your doctor.
• very high sodium levels. This can happen with heart or kidney damage or during the first five or six days after surgery or severe injury.
• heartbeat disorder (cardiac arrhythmia)
• liver disease
Your doctor will check for these.
Care should be taken when being administered with Hartmann's Solution.
Tell your doctor if you have:
• severe potassium loss - you will need potassium supplements
• heart disease - you may need electrocardiogram (ECG) monitoring
• heart failure
• hypertension (high blood pressure)
• kidney disease
• peripheral oedema (fluid under the skin)
• pulmonary oedema (fluid on the lungs)
• complications in your pregnancy called eclampsia (symptoms include: convulsions, increased blood pressure, circulatory problems, severe Headaches, vision problems, pain in the upper abdomen, vomiting, sudden swelling of your feet, ankles, face and hands and excessive weight gain).
Your doctor or nurse will ensure the solution is clear and free from particles before use.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Inform your doctor if you take or have recently taken any of the medicines below:
• sulphadiazine sodium, benzyl penicillin, tetracyclines, amikacin (antibiotics),
• sodium bicarbonate (used to reduce acidity)
• amphotericin B (for fungal infections)
• sodium calcium edetate (a preservative)
• amiodarone (used for heartbeat disorders)
• dobutamine (used for heart disease)
• amsacrine (a cancer treatment)
• sodium nitroprusside(forthe treatment of very high blood pressure)
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, if you think you are pregnant or you are planning to be pregnant or if you are breastfeeding. This is especially important if you suffer from pre-eclampsia. Your doctor will decide whether you should receive Hartmann's solution.
Driving and using machines
Hartmann's solution has no effect on driving or using machines.
3. HOW YOU ARE GIVEN HARTMANN'S SOLUTION
Hartmann's solution must only be given to you in a hospital by healthcare professionals
You will receive your medicine by infusion (IV drip).
Dosage
The rate at which the infusion is given and the volume infused will depend on your own specific requirements. A dosage of 300 ml/hour should not be exceeded.
Your doctor will decide on the correct dose for you to receive.
Elderly
If you have impaired heart or kidney function a reduced volume and rate of infusion may be necessary in order to avoid fluid overload.
If you receive more Hartmann's solution than you should
It is very unlikely that you will receive more infusion than you should.
If you suspect an overdosage with Hartmann's solution you should immediately inform your doctor describing the symptoms.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines Hartmann's solution can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Thrombosis (the formation of a clot) may occur in the vein where the infusion is given.
The symptoms of thrombosis include:
• pain, swelling and redness at the blood clot site.
• an itchy rash at the clot site
• warm skin around the clot
• a mild fever
• major veins that stand out from your skin.
If any of the side effects get serious or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Your doctor and hospital pharmacist are responsible for the correct storage, use and disposal of Hartmann's solution.
Hartmann's solution should be stored between 2°C and 25°C.
The solution must not be used after the expiry date shown on the label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Any solution remaining after treatment should be disposed of using the approved hospital procedures.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Hartmann's solution contains
Hartmann's solution is a clear solution containing sodium lactate 0.317% w/v, sodium chloride 0.6% w/v, potassium chloride 0.04% w/v, calcium chloride dihydrate 0.027% w/v.
The infusion also contains water for injections, and small amounts of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide.
What Hartmann's solution looks like and contents of the pack
Hartmann's solution is contained in a sealed semi-rigid, cylindrical neutral polythene container with a "Twist off" seal at one end and a ring tab at the opposite end or a sealed container known as a KabiPac® bottle.
It is available in 500 ml and 1000 ml volumes.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder Fresenius Kabi Limited Cestrian Court, Eastgate Way,
Manor Park, Runcorn,
Cheshire, WA7 1NT. UK.
Manufacturer:
Fresenius Kabi Polska Sp. z o.o. ul. Sienkiewicza 25 PL-99-300 Kutno Poland
This leaflet was last approved December 2009.
V001/KU
FRESENIUS
KABI
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Hartmann’s solution
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others.
It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
• If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Hartmann's solution is and what it is used for
2. Before you receive Hartmann's solution
3. How you are given Hartmann's solution
4. Possible side effects
5. How Hartmann's solution is stored
6. Further information
1. WHAT HARTMANN'S SOLUTION IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
Hartmann's solution is a clear solution of sodium lactate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride and small amounts of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide.
Hartmann's solution is used for the treatment of increased acid in the body (metabolic acidosis) and water loss (dehydration) with acidosis this is a condition where the pH of your blood is low. Your doctor will be able to explain this to you.
It may also be used to increase the amount of fluids in your body or to restore the amount of electrolytes (salts) outside the cells.
It may also be used in the treatment of diabetic coma (unconsciousness caused by your blood sugar being too high or too low).
0687531/02 UK
You should not receive Hartmann’s solution if you have:
• a known allergy (hypersensitivity) to Hartmann's solution or any of the ingredients of Hartmann's solution mentioned in section 6. If you develop a rash or other allergic reactions (like itching, swollen lips or face or shortness of breath), please inform your doctor.
• very high sodium levels. This can happen with heart or kidney damage or during the first five or six days after surgery or severe injury.
• heartbeat disorder (cardiac arrhythmia)
• liver disease
Your doctor will check these.
Care should be taken when being administered with Hartmann’s solution.
Tell your doctor if you have:
• severe potassium loss - you will need potassium supplements
• heart disease - you may need electrocardiogram (ECC) monitoring
• heart failure
• hypertension (high blood pressure)
• kidney disease
• peripheral oedema (fluid under the skin)
• pulmonary oedema (fluid on the lungs)
• complications in your pregnancy called eclampsia (symptoms include: convulsions, increased blood pressure, circulatory problems, severe headaches, vision problems, pain in the upper abdomen, vomiting, sudden swelling of your feet, ankles, face and hands and excessive weight gain).
Your doctor or nurse will ensure the solution is clear and free from particles before use.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Inform your doctor if you take or have recently taken any of the medicines below:
• sulphadiazine sodium, benzylpenicillin, tetracyclines, amikacin (antibiotics),
• sodium bicarbonate (used to reduce acidity)
• amphotericin B (for fungal infections)
• sodium calcium edetate (a preservative)
• amiodarone (used for heartbeat disorders)
• dobutamine (used for heart disease)
• amsacrine (a cancer treatment)
• sodium nitroprusside (for the treatment of very high blood pressure)
You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant if you think you are pregnant or you are planning to be pregnant or if you are breastfeeding. This is especially important if you suffer from pre-eclampsia. Your doctor will decide whether you should receive Hartmann's solution.
Driving and using machines
Hartmann's solution has no effect on driving or using machines.
3. HOW YOU ARE GIVEN HARTMANN S SOLUTION
Hartmann's solution must only be given to you in a hospital by healthcare professionals
You will receive your medicine by infusion (IV drip).
Dosage
The rate at which the infusion is given and the volume infused will depend on your own specific requirements. A dosage of 300 ml/hour should not be exceeded.
Your doctor will decide on the correct dose for you to receive.
Elderly
If you have impaired heart or kidney function a reduced volume and rate of infusion may be necessary in order to avoid fluid overload.
If you receive more Hartmann's solution than you should
It is very unlikely that you will receive more infusion than you should.
If you suspect an overdosage with Hartmann's solution you should immediately inform your doctor describing the symptoms.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines Hartmann's solution can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Thrombosis (the formation of a clot) may occur in the vein where the infusion is given.
The symptoms of thrombosis include:
• pain, swelling and redness at the blood clot site.
• an itchy rash at the clot site
• warm skin around the clot
• a mild fever
• major veins that stand out from your skin.
If any of the side effects get serious or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW HARTMANN S SOLUTION IS STORED
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Your doctor and hospital pharmacist are responsible for the correct storage, use and disposal of Hartmann's solution.
Hartmann's solution should be stored between 2°C and 25°C.
The solution must not be used after the expiry date shown on the label.
The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Any solution remaining after treatment should be disposed of using the approved hospital procedures.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Hartmann's solution contains
Hartmann's solution is a clear solution containing sodium lactate 0.317% w/v, sodium chloride 0.6% w/v, potassium chloride 0.04% w/v, calcium chloride dihydrate 0.027% w/v.
The infusion also contains water for injections, and small amounts of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide.
What Hartmann's solution looks like and contents of the pack
Hartmann's solution is contained in a sealed semi-rigid, cylindrical neutral polythene container with a "Twist off" seal at one end and a ring tab at the opposite end or a sealed container known as a KabiPac® bottle.
It is available in 500 ml and 1000 ml volumes.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Fresenius Kabi Limited Cestrian Court, Eastgate Way,
Manor Park, Runcorn,
Cheshire, WA7 1 NT. UK.
Manufacturer:
Fresenius Kabi Deutschland 61346 Bad Homburg v.d.H.
Germany.
This leaflet was last approved December 2009.
V001/FB
Ujw FRESENIUS III KABI
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Hartmann's solution
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others.
• It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
• If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Hartmann's solution is and what it is used for
2. Before you receive Hartmann's solution
3. How you are given Hartmann's solution
4. Possible side effects
5. How Hartmann's solution is stored
6. Further information
1. WHAT HARTMANN S SOLUTION IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
Hartmann's solution is a clear solution of sodium lactate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride and small amounts of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide.
Hartmann's solution is used for the treatment of increased acid in the body (metabolic acidosis) and water loss (dehydration) with acidosis this is a condition where the pH of your blood is low. Your doctor will be able to explain this to you.
It may also be used to increase the amount of fluids in your body or to restore the amount of electrolytes (salts) outside the cells.
It may also be used in the treatment of diabetic coma (unconsciousness caused by your blood sugar being too high or too low).
Oxx XXX1/00 UK
You should not receive Hartmann's solution if you have:
• a known allergy (hypersensitivity) to Hartmann's solution or any of the ingredients of Hartmann's solution mentioned in section 6. If you develop a rash or other allergic reactions (like itching, swollen lips or face or shortness of breath), please inform your doctor.
• very high sodium levels. This can happen with heart or kidney damage or during the first five or six days after surgery or severe injury.
• heartbeat disorder (cardiac arrhythmia)
• liver disease
Your doctor will check these.
Care should be taken when being administered with Hartmann's solution.
Tell your doctor if you have:
• severe potassium loss - you will need potassium supplements
• heart disease - you may need electrocardiogram (ECC) monitoring
• heart failure
• hypertension (high blood pressure)
• kidney disease
• peripheral oedema (fluid under the skin)
• pulmonary oedema (fluid on the lungs)
• complications in your pregnancy called eclampsia (symptoms include: convulsions, increased blood pressure, circulatory problems, severe headaches, vision problems, pain in the upper abdomen, vomiting, sudden swelling of your feet, ankles, face and hands and excessive weight gain).
Your doctor or nurse will ensure the solution is clear and free from particles before use.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Inform your doctor if you take or have recently taken any of the medicines below:
• sulphadiazine sodium, benzylpenicillin, tetracyclines, amikacin (antibiotics),
• sodium bicarbonate (used to reduce acidity)
• amphotericin B (for fungal infections)
• sodium calcium edetate (a preservative)
• amiodarone (used for heartbeat disorders)
• dobutamine (used for heart disease)
• amsacrine (a cancer treatment)
• sodium nitroprusside (for the treatment of very high blood pressure)
You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, if you think you are pregnant or you are planning to be pregnant or if you are breastfeeding. This is especially important if you suffer from pre-eclampsia. Your doctor will decide whether you should receive Hartmann's solution.
Driving and using machines
Hartmann's solution has no effect on driving or using machines.
3. HOW YOU ARE GIVEN HARTMANN S SOLUTION
Hartmann's solution must only be given to you in a hospital by healthcare professionals
You will receive your medicine by infusion (IV drip).
Dosage
The rate at which the infusion is given and the volume infused will depend on your own specific requirements. A dosage of 300 ml/hour should not be exceeded.
Your doctor will decide on the correct dose for you to receive.
Elderly
If you have impaired heart or kidney function a reduced volume and rate of infusion may be necessary in order to avoid fluid overload.
If you receive more Hartmann's solution than you should
It is very unlikely that you will receive more infusion than you should.
If you suspect an overdosage with Hartmann's solution you should immediately inform your doctor describing the symptoms.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines Hartmann's solution can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Thrombosis (the formation of a clot) may occur in the vein where the infusion is given.
The symptoms of thrombosis include:
• pain, swelling and redness at the blood clot site
• an itchy rash at the clot site
• warm skin around the clot
• a mild fever
• major veins that stand out from your skin.
If any of the side effects gets serious or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell you doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW HARTMANN S SOLUTION IS STORED
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Your doctor and hospital pharmacist are responsible for the correct storage, use and disposal of Hartmann's solution.
Hartmann's solution should be stored between 2 °C and 25 °C.
The solution must not be used after the expiry date shown on the label.
The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Any solution remaining after treatment should be disposed of using the approved hospital procedures.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Hartmann's solution contains
Hartmann's solution is a clear solution containing sodium lactate 0.517% w/v, sodium chloride 0.6% w/v, potassium chloride 0.04% w/v, calcium chloride dihydrate 0.027% w/v.
The infusion also contains water for injections, and small amounts of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide.
What Hartmann's solution looks like and contents of the pack
Hartmann's solution is contained in a sealed semi-rigid, cylindrical neutral polythene container with a "Twist off” seal at one end and a ring tab at the opposite end or a sealed container known as a KabiPac® bottle.
It is available in 500 ml and 1000 ml volumes.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Fresenius Kabi Limited Cestrian Court, Eastgate Way,
Manor Park, Runcorn,
Cheshire, WA7 1NT. UK.
Manufacturer:
Terumo BCT Limited,
Old Belfast Road, Millbrook,
Larne, Co. Antrim, BT40 2SH. UK.
This leaflet was last revised February 2014.
V002/TM
LEAF/HART/0