Sodium Lactate D
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Sodium Lactate D Definition
The sodium salt of the dextro isomer of lactic acid with alkalinizing and electrolyte replenishing property. Upon metabolism, sodium lactate D is converted to bicarbonate, thereby increasing plasma bicarbonate, which facilitates removal of hydrogen ion and lactate from blood stream and leads to raised blood pH.
Sodium Lactate D Synonyms
Sodium Lactate, D-, SODIUM LACTATE, D-
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