Isotonic solution (0.9%) of sodium chloride for infusions is administered intravenously (usually drip); subcutaneously; rectally (in enemas up to 3 liters / day).
Before administration, the solution is heated to 36-38 ° C. The dose is determined depending on the loss of body fluids, sodium ions and chlorine - an average of 1 liter / day. With large losses of fluid and severe intoxication, administration up to 3 liters / day is possible. The rate of administration is 540 ml / h (180 cap / min); if necessary, the rate of administration is increased.
Children with a marked decrease in blood pressure on the background of dehydration (before determining the laboratory parameters) are administered 20-30 ml / kg. In the future, the dosage regimen is adjusted depending on the laboratory parameters.
With prolonged administration of large doses of 0.9% solution of sodium chloride, it is necessary to monitor electrolytes in plasma and urine.
0.9% solution of sodium chloride is used for washing wounds, eyes, mucous membrane of the nasal cavity, moistening the dressing.