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Sodium 5mEq/kg/day

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

Sodium 5mEq/kg/day is a Electrolyte supplement Small molecule drug developed by Hospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos". It is currently FDA-approved for Hyponatremia (low serum sodium), Sodium depletion from renal, gastrointestinal, or other losses, Maintenance of electrolyte balance in pediatric patients.

Sodium supplementation replaces or maintains serum sodium levels to correct hyponatremia or prevent sodium depletion.

Sodium supplementation replaces or maintains serum sodium levels to correct hyponatremia or prevent sodium depletion. Used for Hyponatremia (low serum sodium), Sodium depletion from renal, gastrointestinal, or other losses, Maintenance of electrolyte balance in pediatric patients.

At a glance

Generic nameSodium 5mEq/kg/day
SponsorHospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos"
Drug classElectrolyte supplement
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaElectrolyte/Metabolic disorders
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Sodium is an essential electrolyte critical for maintaining osmotic balance, nerve conduction, and muscle function. Intravenous or oral sodium replacement restores depleted sodium stores in patients with hyponatremia or ongoing sodium losses due to renal, gastrointestinal, or other causes. The dosing of 5 mEq/kg/day is a standard pediatric replacement regimen.

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Common side effects

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Frequently asked questions about Sodium 5mEq/kg/day

What is Sodium 5mEq/kg/day?

Sodium 5mEq/kg/day is a Electrolyte supplement drug developed by Hospital del Niño "Dr. Federico Gomez Santos", indicated for Hyponatremia (low serum sodium), Sodium depletion from renal, gastrointestinal, or other losses, Maintenance of electrolyte balance in pediatric patients.

How does Sodium 5mEq/kg/day work?

Sodium supplementation replaces or maintains serum sodium levels to correct hyponatremia or prevent sodium depletion.

What is Sodium 5mEq/kg/day used for?

Sodium 5mEq/kg/day is indicated for Hyponatremia (low serum sodium), Sodium depletion from renal, gastrointestinal, or other losses, Maintenance of electrolyte balance in pediatric patients.

Who makes Sodium 5mEq/kg/day?

Sodium 5mEq/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 drug class is Sodium 5mEq/kg/day in?

Sodium 5mEq/kg/day belongs to the Electrolyte supplement class. See all Electrolyte supplement drugs at /class/electrolyte-supplement.

What development phase is Sodium 5mEq/kg/day in?

Sodium 5mEq/kg/day is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Sodium 5mEq/kg/day?

Common side effects of Sodium 5mEq/kg/day include Hypernatremia (if over-corrected), Fluid overload/edema, Hypertension, Phlebitis (if IV administration).

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