Drug details

KCL in D5NS (potassium chloride in 5% dextrose and sodium chloride injection)

type of Electrolytes

KCL in D5NS (potassium chloride in 5% dextrose and sodium chloride injection) is a fluid and electrolyte replenishment and caloric supply used as a source of water, electrolytes and calories.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • fever,
  • swelling,
  • headache,
  • shortness of breath, and
  • rapid weight gain,
  • stomach bloating,
  • cramping,
  • leg pain or swelling,
  • high blood pressure
  • infection at the injection site,
  • pain and burning at the injection site,