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Shoul be given in ns or rl or plan ?
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The image shows MULTIZ PRO - a Multi Vitamin injection (concentrated ampoule) for intravenous infusion.
Answer: Dilute in NS or RL or D5% - NOT plain / IV push
The label explicitly states "For dilution in Intravenous Infusion only" - meaning it must always be added to a large-volume IV fluid bag before administration.
Which fluid to use?
| Fluid | Compatibility | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Saline (NS) 0.9% | ✅ Compatible | Preferred diluent |
| Dextrose 5% (D5W) | ✅ Compatible | Also standard choice |
| Ringer's Lactate (RL) | ⚠️ Generally acceptable but less preferred | Some fat-soluble vitamins (Vit A, E, D3) may interact with electrolytes in RL; NS or D5 is safer |
| Plain / Undiluted IV bolus | ❌ NEVER | Direct IV injection is strictly contraindicated |
| IM injection | ❌ NEVER | Not indicated; contains benzyl alcohol - dangerous IM |
Standard Preparation
- Add 1 ampoule into 500 mL NS or 500 mL D5W
- Swirl gently to mix (do not shake)
- Administer via slow IV infusion over 2-4 hours as directed by physician
- Protect from light during infusion (wrap bag if possible - Vit A, B2/Riboflavin are light-sensitive)
Key Points
- NS (Normal Saline) is the most commonly used and safest diluent for this multivitamin preparation
- D5W is equally acceptable
- RL can be used if NS/D5 are unavailable, but NS is preferred
- Never inject undiluted - it is a concentrated, supersaturated solution that will cause thrombophlebitis and severe vein irritation
- Contains benzyl alcohol as preservative - avoid in neonates/premature infants (toxic)
- Check for crystals or cloudiness before use; discard if present
Bottom line: Add to NS 500 mL or D5W 500 mL and infuse slowly. NS is the first choice.
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