Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate

Drug #1541

An ion exchange resin used in the treatment of high plasma potassium levels (hyperkalemia) where it exchanges sodium ions for potassium and other cations in the Git following oral or rectal administration. Serum electrolyte concentration should be monitored during the course of treatment with the drug.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin.

Molecular Weight: 316.44 · Solubility in Water: soluble · Solubility in Alcohol: soluble · Non-proprietary name: Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate · pH: 6.5.

Molecular structure of Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate is primarily indicated in conditions like Hydrocele, Peptic ulcer bleeding, Variceal bleeding, Varicose veins.

Contraindications

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate is contraindicated in conditions like Cellulitis, Hypersensitivity, Non-ambulatory patient, Venous inflammation.

Dosage

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route
Adult Dosage
1.25 mL	1.25 mL	—	IV
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

Unknown1 interaction

Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.

Side Effects

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Tissue necrosis , Reflex esophagitis, Chest pain , Ulceration .

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Asthma , Anaphylactic reactions, Ischemic damage, Gangrene of limbs, Hives, Hay fever. Careful monitoring is needed with proper medical management.

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Headache, Nausea, Vomiting .

Warnings / Precautions

Extreme caution must be exercised in the presence of underlying arterial disease such as marked peripheral arteriosclerosis or thromboangiitis obliterans. Should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed and the benefits outweigh the risks. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Sodium Tetradecyl Sulphate should be stored IV Inj.

Drug Classification

1.10.5 — Drugs used in esophageal varices bleeding