0.4% Lidocaine Hydrochloride in 5% Dextrose for Injection in 250mL EXCEL IV Container – 24/Case (P5942)

•  A premixed Lidocaine Hydrochloride (Lidocaine HCl) in 5% Dextrose Injection solution containing 2 grams of Lidocaine HCl in a 500 mL EXCEL IV container, providing a concentration of 4mg/mL

Uses

• Acute Ventricular Arrhythmias: 

• Indicated for the acute management of ventricular arrhythmias, such as those occurring during acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) or cardiac surgery

• Cardiac Support: 

• Acts as a cardiac antiarrhythmic agent for continuous intravenous infusion to stabilize heart rhythm

Features

• Premixed Convenience: 

• A ready-to-use, sterile, and non-pyrogenic solution that eliminates the need for manual admixture, reducing the risk of medication errors and contamination

• EXCEL IV Container: 

• A flexible bag developed from a multi-layered film that is not made with PVC, DEHP, or natural rubber latex

• Sterile System: 

• Features a closed system design that does not require external air for administration, maintaining sterility throughout the infusion

• Traceability: 

• Includes enhanced barcoding for accurate medication scanning and electronic health record integration

Benefits

• Patient Safety: 

• The non-PVC and DEHP-free construction prevents the leaching of toxic plasticizers into the medication and avoids the adsorption of active ingredients to the bag walls

• Efficiency for Healthcare Providers: 

• Provides a factory-measured, standardized dose that saves valuable preparation time for nursing and pharmacy staff

• Reduced Risk of Errors: 

• Pre-filled standardized concentrations help prevent human errors related to manual drug calculations and mixing in high-acuity cardiac settings

• Environmental Responsibility: 

• The EXCEL container is biologically inert and non-toxic, and its disposal costs up to 30% less annually than PVC containers because it does not leach harmful chemicals into landfills

Contents

• 0.4% Lidocaine Hydrochloride in  5% Dextrose for Injection in 250mL EXCEL IV Container
• 24 Containers per case