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Mechanism of action, indication, dosages, routes of administration, adverse effect, toxicity, cautions, contraindications, and drug interaction of the various fluid and electrolyte solutions.
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Fluids that are present in the body are divided into compartments. Fluids within the cell contain dissolved solutes, mostly in the form of electrolytes. The fluids outside the cell play an important role in transportation of nutrients. Fluid and electrolyte balance are the major factors that help in maintaining homeostasis. This ensures an equal intake and release of fluids, and fluid and electrolyte balance are the major factors that help in maintaining homeostasis. If the intake and release of fluid are not balanced, that will cause several disorders.
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