Lactated Ringer Solution

11 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.
11
Total Reports
5
Deaths Reported
4550.0%
Death Rate

Active Ingredients

Lactated Ringer Solution

Administration Routes

IntravenousSubcutaneousUnknown

Species Affected

Dog 10
Cat 1

Most Affected Breeds

Domestic Shorthair 1
Shepherd Dog - Australian 1
Portuguese Water Dog 1
Spaniel (unspecified) 1
Poodle - Standard 1
Boxer (German Boxer) 1
Terrier - Yorkshire 1
Crossbred Canine/dog 1
Weimaraner 1
Beagle 1

Most Reported Reactions

Hypothermia 3
Lethargy (see also Central nervous system depression in Neurological) 3
Pale mucous membrane 3
Hypokalaemia 3
Death by euthanasia 3
Anaphylaxis 2
Nausea 2
Anorexia 2
Hypertension 2
Increased percentage reticulocytes 2
Increased band neutrophilia 2
Elevated serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP) 2

Outcome Breakdown

Ongoing
4 (36.4%)
Euthanized
3 (27.3%)
Died
2 (18.2%)
Recovered/Normal
1 (9.1%)
Outcome Unknown
1 (9.1%)

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