Balanced Salt

FDA label, B. Braun Medical Inc., irrigation, effective 2024-03-13. Full label on DailyMed

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Dosing in kidney impairment

This label has no separate kidney-impairment dosing section. Check warnings and clinical pharmacology in the full label.

Preparation and administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION The irrigating solution should be used according to standard format for each surgical procedure. Follow directions of the particular administration set to be used. Allow the fluid to flow and remove air from the tubing before irrigation begins.

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