A1,
A2,
B,
C1,
C2,
D,
E,
F,
G-H,
I-K,
L,
M,
N,
O,
P1,
P2,
Q-R,
S,
T,
U-V,
W-Z
Potassium Acetate Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Potassium Acetate
Potassium Acetate Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Potassium Acetate
INDICATIONS
Potassium Acetate Injection, USP, is indicated in the treatment of potassium
deficiency states when oral replacement therapy is not feasible.
The solution is intended as an alternative to Potassium Chloride to provide
Potassium (K+) for addition to large volume infusion fluids
for intravenous use.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Potassium Acetate Injection, USP (2 mEq/mL) must be diluted before administration.
The dose and rate of administration are dependent upon the individual
condition of each patient. ECG and serum potassium should be monitored
as a guide to dosage. Withdraw the calculated volume aseptically and transfer
to appropriate intravenous fluids to provide the desired number of milliequivalents
of potassium (K+) with an equal number of milliequivalents
of acetate (CH3COO).
Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate
matter and discoloration, whenever solution and container permit. Discard
vial within 4 hours of initial entry.
DIRECTIONS FOR DISPENSING FROM 100 mL PHARMACY BULK PACKAGE . NOT FOR
DIRECT INFUSION
The 100 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package is for use in a Pharmacy Admixture Service
only. The 100 mL Pharmacy Bulk Package should be suspended (inverted)
by its IV hang label in a laminar wflow hood or biological safety cabinet.
Prior to entering a Pharmacy Bulk Package remove the flip-off seal and
cleanse the rubber closure with a suitable antiseptic agent. Entry into
the Pharmacy Bulk Package must be made with a sterile transfer set or
other sterile dispensing device and the contents dispensed in aliquots
using aseptic technique. Use of a syringe needle is not recommended as
it may cause leakage. ANY UNUSED PORTION MUST BE DISCARDED WITHIN 4 HOURS
AFTER INITIAL ENTRY. The date and the time the Pharmacy Bulk Package was
initially opened should be recorded in the space provided on the Pharmacy
Bulk Package label.
HOW SUPPLIED
Potassium Acetate Injection, USP 2 mEq/mL
| NDC 0517-2053-25 |
20 mL Single
Dose Vial |
Packaged in
boxes of 25 |
| NDC 0517-2450-25 |
50 mL Single
Dose Vial |
Packaged in
boxes of 25 |
| NDC 0517-2400-25 |
100 mL Pharmacy
Bulk Package |
Packaged in
boxes of 25 |
Store at controlled room temperature between 15°- 30° C( 59°- 86° F).
CAUTION: Federal (USA) wlaw prohibits dispensing without prescription.
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