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Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day

Hospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos" · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day is a Small molecule drug developed by Hospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos". It is currently FDA-approved for Fluid overload management in pediatric patients, Heart failure in children, Chronic kidney disease with sodium retention.

Sodium restriction at <1mEq/kg/day reduces total body sodium content to manage fluid balance and electrolyte homeostasis.

Sodium restriction at <1mEq/kg/day reduces total body sodium content to manage fluid balance and electrolyte homeostasis. Used for Fluid overload management in pediatric patients, Heart failure in children, Chronic kidney disease with sodium retention.

At a glance

Generic nameSodium < 1mEq/kg/day
SponsorHospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos"
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiology, Nephrology, Pediatrics
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

This is a dietary sodium restriction protocol rather than a pharmacological drug. It limits daily sodium intake to less than 1 milliequivalent per kilogram of body weight, which reduces extracellular fluid volume and helps manage conditions characterized by sodium and fluid retention. This approach is commonly used in pediatric patients with conditions such as heart failure, renal disease, or hypertension.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day

What is Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day?

Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day is a Small molecule drug developed by Hospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos", indicated for Fluid overload management in pediatric patients, Heart failure in children, Chronic kidney disease with sodium retention.

How does Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day work?

Sodium restriction at <1mEq/kg/day reduces total body sodium content to manage fluid balance and electrolyte homeostasis.

What is Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day used for?

Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day is indicated for Fluid overload management in pediatric patients, Heart failure in children, Chronic kidney disease with sodium retention, Hypertension management in pediatric populations.

Who makes Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day?

Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day is developed and marketed by Hospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos" (see full Hospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos" pipeline at /company/hospital-del-ni-o-dr-federico-gomez-santos).

What development phase is Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day in?

Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day?

Common side effects of Sodium < 1mEq/kg/day include Hyponatremia, Nutritional deficiency if overly restrictive, Palatability issues and dietary non-adherence.

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