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Introduction About ADDNA TABLET
ADDNA Tablet is a medicine which is used to manage hyponatremia (low sodium in the blood) caused because of the kidney, liver and heart conditions. It can also be used to manage SIADH (Syndrome of inappropriate anti-diuretic hormone). It contains sodium chloride which works to control fluid volume and osmotic pressure.
Sodium and chloride are the major components of extracellular fluid which is present in the fluid outside the cells. They work together to maintain volume and pressure. It also works by replenishing the deficiency of sodium by bringing the serum sodium levels back to normal range thereby manages hyponatremia (low sodium levels in the blood).
Always take ADDNA Tablet as advised by your physician. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole with the glass of water, and should not be crushed or chewed. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Dosage depends upon the amount of sodium in patient body. Consult your doctor if you experience any allergic reactions while taking it.
Key Composition
- Sodium Chloride
Therapeutic Uses Of ADDNA TABLET
- Used to manage hyponatremia in patients having kidney liver and heart problems
- Used to manage SIADH (Syndrome of inappropriate anti-diuretic hormone)
- Indicated in patients suffering from hyponatremia (low sodium levels in blood) associated with surgeries and intensive care units
Side Effects Of ADDNA TABLET
ADDNA Tablet may cause low blood pressure, inflammation of veins, swelling of legs due to fluid retention, blockage of veins due to blood clots, chills, itching, skin rashes hives, acid base imbalance, disturbance in electrolytes, hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis (disorder caused due to defects in excretion of chlorine), hypervolemia (fluid overload), tremor, pulmonary oedema (condition causing fluid retention in the lungs) and fever. Consult your doctor if you notice any unusual side effects while taking ADDNA Tablet.
Safety Advice
- Always take ADDNA Tablet as advised by your physician
- The medicine should be swallowed as a whole with the glass of water, and should not be crushed or chewed
- Do not exceed the recommended dose
- Dosage depends upon the amount of sodium in patient body
- Usual dosage is 2-3 tablets, two or three times a day
- Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to any of its components
- It should be used with caution in children as it may cause shortness of breath, and face puffiness. In case of this side effects consult your doctor for advice
- It should be used with caution in pregnant women, therefore, consult your doctor for advice
- It is not recommended in patients suffering from hypernatremia (high sodium levels in blood)
- Inform your doctor on all the medicines you use especially lithium (medicine used to manage mood disorders) Tolvaptan (medicine used to manage low sodium level in blood) over the counter medications, as well as herbal supplements
More Information
- Keep ADDNA Tablet out of the reach and sight of children
- Store in a cool and dry place
FAQs About ADDNA TABLET
Is it safe to take ADDNA Tablet for children?
ADDNA Tablet does not cause any unwanted side effects in children. However, it may cause shortness of breath, and face puffiness. In case of this side effects consult your doctor for advice.
How ADDNA Tablet works?
ADDNA Tablet works by controlling the fluid volume and osmotic pressure. It promotes the regulation of acid-base balance of the body fluid. It also works by enhancing the metabolism of sodium and acid-base changes happens due to changes in concentration of chlorine.
How to take ADDNA Tablet?
Always take ADDNA Tablet as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine as whole with the glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Dosage depends upon the amount of sodium in patient body. Usual dosage of this medicine is 2-3 tablets, two or times a day.
Who should not take ADDNA Tablet?
ADDNA Tablet is not recommended in patients suffering from hypernatremia (high sodium levels in blood) and should not be taken if by someone who is allergic to any of its components. Ask for your doctor’s advice.
Should ADDNA Tablet be taken with food?
Take ADDNA Tablet as advised by your doctor. You can take it with or without food. If you feel an upset stomach while taking these tablets, take them with food.
References
1. https://www.steadfast.co.in/addna/
2. https://www.drugs.com/cdi/sodium-chloride-tablets.html
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