Generic
Sodium Chloride + Potassium Chloride + Calcium Chloride + Magnesium Chloride + Sodium Acetate + Sodium Citrate + Sodium Hydroxide + Hydrochloric Acid (Balanced Salt Solution)
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At a glance
Balanced Salt Solution (BSS) is an isotonic irrigating solution used during various surgical procedures of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat. It keeps tissues moist and protected during surgery.
Description
Balanced Salt Solution is a sterile, isotonic, non-pyrogenic irrigating solution containing sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, sodium acetate, sodium citrate, sodium hydroxide, and hydrochloric acid. It maintains physiological pH and osmolarity and keeps intraocular tissues moist during surgery.
Indications
- Irrigation during surgical procedures of the eyes, ears, nose, and throat
Therapeutic class
Irrigating Solution
Pharmacological class
Ophthalmic Irrigating Solution
Pharmacology
Balanced Salt Solution is an isotonic, pH-balanced irrigating solution that keeps tissues moist and protected during surgery. It contains essential electrolytes that maintain physiological conditions and minimize trauma to intraocular tissues during surgical procedures.
Mechanism of action
Keeps tissues moist and protected during surgery.
Dosage
Adult Dose (Topical/Irrigation):
- Use according to standard format for each surgical procedure
- Follow directions of the administration set
Administration
- For irrigation only; not for injection or IV infusion
- Preservative-free; do not use for more than one patient
- Use only if vacuum is present, container and seal are undamaged, and solution is clear
- Do not add any medication to BSS (may damage intraocular tissue)
Missed dose
Missed dose is not applicable (used in surgical procedures).
Side effects
Side Effects:
- Corneal clouding or edema (rare)
- Postoperative inflammatory reactions
- Corneal edema and corneal decompensation
- Bullous keratopathy if corneal endothelium is abnormal
Precautions & warnings
- Take appropriate measures to minimize trauma to the cornea and other ocular tissues
- Monitor intraocular pressure during prolonged irrigation
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to the product
Drug interactions
No significant drug interactions known (do not add medications to BSS).
Food interactions
Alcohol consumption is not relevant (surgical procedure).
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Adequate information not available; use if needed; consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Use in Lactation: Adequate information not available; use if needed; consult your doctor.
Pediatric use
Not applicable (surgical procedure)
Geriatric use
Not applicable
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal Impairment: Not applicable (topical irrigation)
Hepatic Impairment: Not applicable (topical irrigation)
Overdose effects
Overdose is not applicable (topical irrigation); excessive irrigation may increase intraocular pressure; consult your doctor.
Storage conditions
Store at room temperature (15-30°C), away from light and moisture; keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Balanced Salt Solution