Long before Helene, IV fluid shortages plagued hospitals
And several concentrations of dextrose, a sugar solution used to help patients who ... it comes down to money, and IV fluids ...
After Helene hit IV fluid plant, NC hospitals use Gatorade, rationing to handle shortages
Hurricane Helene had hammered Baxter International’s plant in McDowell County, causing the disruptions in supply.
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Tpoxx Injection
Do not freeze. The diluted solution(s) of Tpoxx injection with either 0.9% (w/v) sodium chloride (normal saline) or 5% (w/v) dextrose solution should be used within 4 hours of preparation if ...
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Results of ISMP's Survey on Drug Storage, Stability, Compatibility, and Beyond Use Dating
Stability of norepinephrine infusions prepared in dextrose and normal saline solutions. Can J Anesth. 2008;55:163–7. Succinylcholine injection vial Store in refrigerator at 2 to 8 °C.