Sodium Chloride
Active ingredient · 3 therapeutic classes
Sold as SSP+ · Saline · Ringers · Licefreee · Aqua marina
- Drug class
- Sodium
- Availability
- Prescription and OTC
- Routes
- Intravenous, Intraperitoneal, Haemodialysis, Extracorporeal, Subcutaneous
- Markets covered
- 3
- Products on record
- 300
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 20,464
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Sodium Chloride is an electrolyte solution classified as Sodium (A12CA) [1]. This sterile, nonpyrogenic solution is approved for general irrigation, washing, rinsing, and dilution purposes [1]. It is also indicated for blood cell washing when used with automated intraoperative blood salvaging equipment [1].
This active ingredient is available under various brand names, including Ringers, BHI Constipation, and Family Care Saline [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 20,464 adverse event reports associated with products containing Sodium Chloride [2]. The most frequently reported reactions in this period include off-label use, reports of the drug being ineffective, nausea, fatigue, and myelosuppression [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 181 | May 29, 2026 |
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 80 | May 29, 2026 |
| US United States | FDA | 39 | April 1, 2026 |
CACanada· Health Canada
181 products
Uses
AND CLINICAL USE…………………………………………
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GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
80 products
Uses
9% Solution for Infusion is indicated for the prevention and treatment of potassium depletion and/or hypokalaemia, in sodium chloride and water-losing conditions.
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USUnited States· FDA
39 products
Uses
Uses for the preparation of normal isotonic solution of sodium chloride as an electrolyte replenisher for the prevention of heat cramps due to excessive perspiration any alternative use as directed by a physician
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Drug interactions
Known interactions involving Sodium Chloride. Select one for details. This list is informational and not a complete interaction checker.
Interaction data compiled from DDInter (academic, CC-BY). Severity classification only - this is not a complete interaction checker and not medical advice.
Sources & citations
- [1]Health Canada (DPD) · 02413876 · revised January 29, 2026
- [2]MHRA (UK) · PL001160337 · revised May 29, 2026
- [3]FDA DailyMed · 10230c8a-e5e5-44… · revised March 31, 2026 [PDF]
- [4]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.