Puniska RL Infusion is a combination medicine used in short term fluid replacement after trauma. It replenishes the salt and electrolyte levels in the body.

Puniska RL Infusion is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

The medicine is generally safe with no common side effects. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have diabetes or kidney disease. Tell your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Your doctor also needs to know what other medicines you are taking as there are many which interact with this medicine and affect the way it works. You may be asked for regular monitoring of changes in fluid balance, electrolyte concentrations, and acid-base balance during the treatment.

Uses of Puniska Infusion

Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Benefits of Puniska Infusion

In Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Appropriate fluid replacement is very essential to restore normal brain activity and other vital functions of the body to promote healing as well as speedy recovery. Puniska RL Infusion helps restore this fluid and electrolyte imbalance and aids in improving the overall health of the patient. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

Side effects of Puniska Infusion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Puniska

No common side effects seen

How to use Puniska Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Puniska Infusion works

Puniska RL Infusion is a combination of four medicines: Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Potassium Chloride and Calcium Chloride, which replenishes the salt and electrolyte levels in the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Puniska RL Infusion.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Puniska RL Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Puniska RL Infusion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

NOT RELEVANT

Not relevant, as Puniska RL Infusion is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

Kidney

CAUTION

Puniska RL Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Puniska RL Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Puniska RL Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Puniska RL Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Puniska RL Infusion

₹0.12/ml of Infusion

Ringer Lactate Infusion

Parenteral Drugs India Ltd

₹0.1/ml of infusion

23% cheaper

Quick tips

Puniska RL Infusion is used to provide your body with extra water and electrolytes (salt). It is used when a patient is not able to drink enough liquids or when additional fluids are needed after any surgery or trauma.
It should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, peripheral edema (swelling in the arms, feet, or legs), or pulmonary edema (when fluids build up in the lungs).
Your blood pressure will be monitored regularly while taking Puniska RL Infusion.

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FAQs

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Puniska RL Infusion?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What is the use of Puniska RL Infusion?

Puniska RL Infusion is a source of electrolytes and water. It is used to treat dehydration.

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References

DailyMed. sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Ringer Lactate Infusion. Thetford, Norfolk: Baxter Healthcare Ltd.; 2001 [revised Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Marketer details

Name: Puniska Injectables Pvt Ltd

Address: 79, Airport Rd, Chitrakoot Nagar, Jagatpura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302017

Country of origin: India

₹62.5

Inclusive of all taxes

MRP₹63.27 1% OFF

500.0 ml in 1 bottle

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