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Quick facts
- How it is given
- extracorporeal
- Type
- human prescription drug
- Brand names
- triCitrasol
We do not publish dosing. How much of this medicine to take, how often, and for how long depends on your age, weight, kidney and liver function, other conditions and other medicines. That is a decision for the person who prescribes or dispenses it. Follow the directions on your own pack and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.
What it is used to treat
INDICATIONS AND USAGE triCitrasol ® Anticoagulant Sodium Citrate Concentrate, 46.7% Trisodium Citrate, is an anticoagulant used in granulocytapheresis procedures (granulocyte collection by apheresis). Just prior to performing granulocytapheresis, aseptically add 30 mL of triCitrasol ® to 500 mL of the 6% solution of Hydroxyethyl Starch (HES), e.g. Hespan ® 2-8 . Agitate the resultant solution for 1 minute to assure a uniform concentration of anticoagulant. The resultant solution of triCitrasol ® and 6% solution of HES contains the following concentration depending upon the volume used: Volume of triCitrasol ® Volume of HES Total Volume Final Concentration of triCitrasol ® 30 mL 500 mL (measured from HES bag) 530 mL 2.6% 30 mL 558 mL (injected directly into HES bag) 588 mL 2.4% The triCitrasol ® /HES solution is stable for up to 24 hours at room temperature after mixing. Refer to the manufacturer's Operator's Manual of the apheresis medical device for the directions to perform the granulocytapheresis procedure.
About this medicine
DESCRIPTION triCitrasol ® Anticoagulant Sodium Citrate Concentrate, 46.7% Trisodium Citrate, is a sterile, non-pyrogenic solution of Trisodium Citrate (Dihydrate), USP. Each 30 mL of concentrate contains: Trisodium Citrate, dihydrate, USP 14.0 grams Water for Injection, USP q.s. pH adjusted with Citric Acid pH: 6.3 – 6.6 Single patient use only, on a single occasion. Chemical Structure
Who should not take it
CONTRAINDICATIONS NOT FOR DIRECT INTRAVENOUS INFUSION.
Warnings
WARNINGS CONCENTRATED ANTICOAGULANT – DILUTE PRIOR TO USE.
Reported side effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS Citrate reactions or toxicity may occur with the infusion of blood products containing citrate anticoagulant 1. 9 11 . The recipient of the citrated blood product should be monitored for the signs and symptoms of citrate toxicity 1. 9 11 . The signs and symptoms of citrate toxicity begin with paresthesia, a "tingling" sensation around the mouth or in the extremities, followed by severe reactions that are characterized by chills, stomach cramps, or pressure in the chest, followed by more severe reactions that are characterized by hypotension and possible cardiac arrhythmia 1. 9 11 . Citrate toxicity may occur more frequently in patients that are hypothermic 10 , have impaired liver or renal function 10 , or have low calcium levels because of an underlying disease 9 .
Interactions with other medicines
Drug Interactions There are no adverse reactions for the addition of the product to the rouleaux agent.
If too much is taken
OVERDOSAGE Since the bottle of triCitrasol ® contains only 30mL of the product, it is impossible to overdose the addition of the product to the 6% solution of HES. However, in the event of a reaction to the infusion of citrated blood products, evaluate the patient and institute appropriate corrective actions 1, 9 .
Storing it safely
It is recommended that the product be stored at ambient room temperature, 24°C (75°F); however, the product can be stored between 15°C (59°F) and 30°C (86°F). Protect from freezing and exposure to excessive heat should be minimized.
Before you take anything new
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This page is built from the openFDA record of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approved labelling for this product, effective 14 February 2023. Label text has been shortened and reformatted for readability; safety wording has not been altered in meaning. FDA labelling describes products approved in the United States — brand names, strengths, formulations and approved uses may differ in your country. Always read the leaflet that comes with your own pack. PocketsInfo is not affiliated with, and is not endorsed by, the FDA. Retrieved 2026-07-30.