Plasma-lyte


Plasma-Lyte is a crystalloid solution for intravenous infusion, with varying electrolyte formulation depending on market. Generally the solution has a composition that mimics human physiological plasma electrolyte concentrations, osmolality and pH.

Plasma-lyte 148 (pH7.4)

Plasma-Lyte 148 is a market-specific solution available in the United Kingdom and Australia, among others and has the following composition:
Sodium 140 mmol/l

Potassium 5 mmol/l

Magnesium 1.5 mmol/l

Chloride 98 mmol/l

Acetate 27 mmol/l

Gluconate 23 mmol/l
This solution is manufactured and marketed by Baxter International Inc.