From:
d6n6b6@yahoo.co.uk
Date: 2005-02-05 21:17:21 UTC
Subject: RE: Ringers vs. Sodium Chloride
To: ferrethealth@smartgroups.com
Message-ID: <5006299.1107638241307.JavaMail.root@thallium.smartgroups.com>
Some more knowledgeable people will definitely give you a better answer but I'd prefer the Ringer-lactate, because it more resembles the elektrolyte-composition of the normal extracellular fluids (blood) and the lactate helps prevent/compensate metabolic acidosis. (whereas the higher Chloride-concentration in sodium chloride could cause metabolic acidosis).
Can't you purchase the Ringer's through your vet?
I hope this helps!
Bjorn
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