Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate

Overview

An ion exchange resin used in the treatment of high plasma potassium levels (hyperkalemia) where it exchanges sodium ions for potassium and other cations in the Git following oral or rectal administration. Serum electrolyte concentration should be monitored during the course of treatment with the drug.

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Primary Characterstics

Indications

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Pharmacokinetics

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Contraindications

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Drug Interactions

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Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate, which give rise to further complications include Tissue necrosis, Reflex esophagitis, Chest pain, Ulceration.

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Asthma, Anaphylactic reactions, Ischemic damage, Gangrene of limbs, Hives, Hay fever. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate therapy.

The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Vomiting.

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Dosage

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate's dosage details are as follows:
Dose Single Dose Frequency Route Instructions

Adult Dosage

0.5 to 2 mL1.2 (1.25)As recommended.IV

Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)

No data regarding the Paedriatic dosage details of Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate is available.

Neonatal Dosage (3kg)

No data regarding the neonatal dosage details of is available.

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Interference in Pathology

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Manufacturers of Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate in Pakistan

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