Ingredient

Sodium

Sodium is a component that plays a role in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in the body.

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Combination
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MFDS ingredient code M082182

What does it do?

Sodium is an essential electrolyte in the human body, crucial for regulating osmotic pressure of body fluids and for nerve and muscle function. In pharmaceuticals, it is mainly included in intravenous fluids to help maintain fluid and electrolyte balance.

Sodium draws water into the body to regulate the osmotic pressure of extracellular fluid. This helps maintain the balance of blood and tissue fluids, creating the electrical environment necessary for nerve signal transmission and muscle contraction.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Sodium, along with potassium, is a major electrolyte that regulates fluid balance. Unlike other electrolytes, its concentration in the body must be tightly controlled, as excess or deficiency can impact health.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

Ingredients used together with this ingredient in combination products.

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.