Your doctor has ordered an intravenous hydration solution for injection. Hydration solution is used for patients who cannot or should not get fluids through drinking and eating. The hydration solution will drip through a needle or catheter in your vein for about 10-12 hours each day, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Your hydration solution may include a combination of sugar and carbohydrates (for energy), electrolytes, and trace elements. Your solution may contain all or some of these substances, depending on your condition. Electrolytes include sodium, potassium, chloride, phosphate, calcium, and magnesium. Trace elements include zinc, copper, manganese, and chromium. Electrolytes and trace elements are important for maintaining almost every organ in your body. They help your heart, muscles, and nerves to work properly and keep you from becoming dehydrated. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Your health care provider (doctor, nurse, or pharmacist) may measure the effectiveness and side effects of your treatment using laboratory tests and physical examinations. It is important to keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. The length of treatment depends on how you respond to the medication.
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