SEROCIT 46.7% INJECTION

Introduction:

Serocit 46.7% Injection contains the active ingredient tri sodium citrate 467mg. It is used to prevent clotting of blood in any type of intravenous catheter. Intravenous catheters are small flexible tubes that are introduced into veins for administration of medications, fluids or blood products that are unable to be taken by mouth as well as for blood sampling. This injection also prevents the growth of microbes in the catheters. Citrate reactions or toxicity may occur with the return of blood containing citrate anticoagulant. The signs of citrate reactions begin with a tingling sensation around the mouth or in the extremities.

Uses of Serocit 46.7% Injection:

• Prevents coagulation of blood in intravenous catheters

How Serocit 46.7% Injection works:

Calcium ion is an integral ion involved in the clotting process. Serocit 46.7% Injection chelates with the calcium and prevents the activation of clotting factors and prevents clotting.

Interactions with other drugs:

Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More information:

• Keep Serocit 46.7% Injection out of sight and reach of children.
• Store at up to 25 °C.

References:

1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Drugs affecting coagulation, bleeding and thrombosis, 7th edition, 2013, 617.
2. La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd; Accessed on 14/08/2021; http://www.larenon.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Serocit.pdf
3. Terumo BCT, Inc, US Food and Drug Administration, [Issued on 2016] [ Accessed on 14th August 2021], https://www.fda.gov/media/114460/download

How to use Serocit 46.7% Injection:

It will be performed by a health care professional.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.