Leclyte P Infusion

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Albert David Ltd
Active Ingredient	Dextrose (5gm) + Sodium Chloride (320mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	BLOOD RELATED
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	624

FAQ

Leclyte P Infusion Reviews

Leclyte P is a combination medicine used as short term fluid replacement after trauma. It works by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding.

Leclyte P is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

The medicine is generally safe with no common side effects. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have diabetes or kidney disease. Tell your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Your doctor also needs to know what other medicines you are taking as there are many which interact with this medicine and affect the way it works.

How Leclyte P Infusion Works

Leclyte P is a combination of two medicines: Dextrose and Sodium Chloride. They work by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding. Plasma is required to circulate red blood cells that deliver oxygen throughout the body.

How to Use Leclyte P Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Benefits of Leclyte P Infusion

In Short term fluid replacement after trauma: Leclyte P protects the patient from dehydration and electrolyte imbalance after any trauma or injury. Appropriate fluid replacement is very essential to restore normal brain activity and other vital functions of the body to promote healing as well as speedy recovery.

Uses of Leclyte P Infusion

Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Leclyte P Infusion Side Effects

No common side effects seen

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Leclyte P. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^UNSAFE

Leclyte P is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Leclyte P alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Leclyte P during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Leclyte P may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Leclyte P is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Leclyte P may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

It should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, hypokalemia (low potassium), peripheral edema (swelling in the arms, feet, or legs)or pulmonary edema (when fluids build up in the lungs).
Leclyte P is used to provide your body with extra water and carbohydrates (calories from sugar). It is used when a patient is not able to drink enough liquids or when additional fluids are needed after any surgery or trauma.
Your blood sugar level will be monitored regularly while taking Leclyte P.