HYDROCHLORIC ACID

Usual Diluents

D5W,  NS

Standard Dilutions   [Amount of drug]  [Infusion volume]  [Infusion rate]

Preparation of 0.1 N solution [100 ml (100 meq ) of 1.0N HCL] [1000 ml].  Filter HCL with 0.22 micron filter before adding it to the IV bag .  (Prepare in glass bottle) Preparation of 0.15 N solution [150 ml (150 meq) of 1.0 N HCL] [1000 ml] Infusion rate: As directed - (4 - 6 hours for 0.1N soln)

Stability / Miscellaneous

EXP: 24 hr (RT)  Administer through central line.  Usual daily dose: 100 to 400 meq/day of HCL by continuous infusion. Concentrations above 0.2N are not recommended (hemolysis).