Sodium chloride 10 ml is designed for parenteral use only after adding drugs that require dilution or must be dissolved in an aqueous vehicle before the injection. It is prescribed for extracellular fluid replacement and parenteral fluid replenishment as required by the patient’s condition. It is also used to treat metabolic acidosis in the presence of fluid loss. Sodium chloride from injection helps maintain fluid balance in the body. It assists in the restoration of the normal salt balance. Sodium chloride is also used to dilute some drugs and wash out wounds.

The volume of the sodium chloride to be used for diluting any drug for injection depends on the vehicle concentration, dose, and route of administration as recommended by the doctor. The solution should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discolouration before use, whenever solution and container permit. It is best to use it under a doctor’s supervision.

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any components present in the sodium chloride injection of 10 ml. Also, inform him if you have cardio-pulmonary disease, heart failure, high levels of sodium, or liver or kidney problems, and receive drugs that may increase sodium retention. Avoid using corticosteroids, anti-psychotics, and hormones while receiving Sodium chloride for injection. If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving a sodium chloride injection.

Side effects of Sodium chloride injection of 10 ml include irritation, tenderness, swelling, and redness at the injection site. Most of these are temporary and resolved within a few days. If they become troublesome, contact your doctor.