Dextrose Monohydrate and Sodium Chloride: Uses, Side Effects and Dosage

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE:

Check flexible container solution composition, lot number, and expiry date.

Do not remove solution container from its overwrap until immediately before use. Use sterile equipment and aseptic technique.

To Open

1. 1. Turn solution container over so that the text is face down. Using the pre-cut corner tabs, peel open the overwrap and remove solution container.
2. 2. Check the solution container for leaks by squeezing firmly. If leaks are found, or if the seal is not intact, discard the solution.
3. 3. Do not use if the solution is cloudy or a precipitate is present.

To Add Medication

1. 1. Identify WHITE Additive Port with arrow pointing toward container.
2. 2. Immediately before injecting additives, break off WHITE Additive Port Cap with the arrow pointing toward container.
3. 3. Hold base of WHITE Additive Port horizontally.
4. 4. Insert needle horizontally through the center of WHITE Additive Port's septum and inject additives.
5. 5. Mix container contents thoroughly.

Preparation for Administration

1. 1. Immediately before inserting the infusion set, break off BLUE Infusion Port Cap with the arrow pointing away from container.
2. 2. Use a non-vented infusion set or close the air-inlet on a vented set.
3. 3. Close the roller clamp of the infusion set.
4. 4. Hold the base of BLUE Infusion Port.
5. 5.

   Insert spike through BLUE Infusion Port by rotating wrist slightly until the spike is inserted.

   NOTE: See full directions accompanying administration set.

WARNING: Do not use flexible container in series connections.