Hypertonic Saline

12 adverse event reports submitted to the FDA

Important: Adverse event reports do not establish that a drug caused or contributed to the event. Consult your veterinarian before making treatment decisions.

Total Reports

Deaths Reported

5830.0%

Death Rate

Active Ingredients

Hypertonic Saline

Administration Routes

IntravenousUnknown

Species Affected

Cat 5

Dog 5

Cattle 2

Most Affected Breeds

Domestic Shorthair 3

Cattle (other) 1

Crossbred Canine/dog 1

Retriever - Labrador 1

Domestic Mediumhair 1

Bengal 1

Portuguese Water Dog 1

Bulldog - French 1

Holstein-Friesian also known as Holstein 1

Schnauzer - Giant 1

Most Reported Reactions

Hypothermia 4

Death by euthanasia 4

Hypotension 3

Hyperglycaemia 3

Death 3

Abnormal radiograph finding 3

Lateral recumbency 3

Hypokalaemia 3

Neutrophilia 3

Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in 'Neurological') 2

Pale mucous membrane 2

Bradycardia 2

Outcome Breakdown

Euthanized

4 (33.3%)

Ongoing

4 (33.3%)

Died

3 (25.0%)

Outcome Unknown

1 (8.3%)

Source: FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine — Adverse Event Reports. Data reflects voluntary submissions and may not represent actual incidence rates.