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Lactic acid

Generic Name
Lactic acid
Brand Names
Dextrose and Electrolyte No. 75, Dianeal, Dianeal Low Calcium 1.5, Dianeal Pd-2/1.5, Extraneal, Glycerolyte 57, Ionosol-MB, Lactate 1-2-3, Lactated Ringers, Nxstage Pureflow, Physioneal 40, Plasma-lyte R, Prismasol, Ringers
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C3H6O3
CAS Number
50-21-5
Unique Ingredient Identifier
3B8D35Y7S4

Overview

A normal intermediate in the fermentation (oxidation, metabolism) of sugar. The concentrated form is used internally to prevent gastrointestinal fermentation. (From Stedman, 26th ed) Sodium lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, and has a mild saline taste. It is produced by fermentation of a sugar source, such as corn or beets, and then, by neutralizing the resulting lactic acid to create a compound having the formula NaC3H5O3. Lactic acid was one of active ingredients in Phexxi, a non-hormonal contraceptive agent that was approved by the FDA on May 2020.

Background

A normal intermediate in the fermentation (oxidation, metabolism) of sugar. The concentrated form is used internally to prevent gastrointestinal fermentation. (From Stedman, 26th ed) Sodium lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, and has a mild saline taste. It is produced by fermentation of a sugar source, such as corn or beets, and then, by neutralizing the resulting lactic acid to create a compound having the formula NaC3H5O3. Lactic acid was one of active ingredients in Phexxi, a non-hormonal contraceptive agent that was approved by the FDA on May 2020.

Indication

For use as an alkalinizing agent.

Associated Conditions

  • Corns
  • Dehydration
  • Fluid Loss
  • Hyperkeratosis
  • Lichenification
  • Shock, Hypovolemic
  • Vasoplegic Shock
  • Verruca (Warts)
  • Mild Metabolic acidosis
  • Mild, moderate Metabolic Acidosis
  • Moderate Metabolic acidosis

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
0338-0117
INTRAVENOUS
310 mg in 100 mL
10/9/2019
ICU Medical Inc.
0990-7111
INTRAVENOUS
3.1 g in 1000 mL
6/24/2021
Fresenius Medical Care North America
49230-212
INTRAPERITONEAL
448 mg in 100 mL
10/19/2023
ICU Medical Inc.
0990-7372
INTRAVENOUS
260 mg in 100 mL
3/8/2021
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
0338-0137
IRRIGATION
3.1 g in 1000 mL
9/29/2015
HF Acquisition Co LLC, DBA HealthFirst
51662-1300
INTRAVENOUS
310 mg in 100 mL
2/20/2020
IT3 Medical LLC
70529-025
INTRAVENOUS
310 mg in 100 mL
6/6/2018
Baxter Healthcare Corporation
0941-0433
INTRAPERITONEAL
448 mg in 100 mL
11/21/2019
Fresenius Medical Care de Mexico, S.A. de C.V.
46163-209
INTRAPERITONEAL
448 mg in 100 mL
3/24/2025
Vantive US Healthcare LLC
0941-0715
INTRAPERITONEAL
448 mg in 100 mL
5/7/2025

EMA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Authorization Holder
Status
Issued Date
No EMA approvals found for this drug.

NMPA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
Approval Number
Drug Type
Dosage Form
Approval Date
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H36020693
化学药品
注射剂
7/17/2022
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H41021117
化学药品
注射剂
3/17/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H12020521
化学药品
注射剂
7/27/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H50020150
化学药品
注射剂
9/25/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H32022456
化学药品
注射剂
8/24/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H32021591
化学药品
注射剂
8/31/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H50020825
化学药品
注射剂
9/25/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H42021929
化学药品
注射剂
9/28/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H32021533
化学药品
注射剂(注射液)
12/17/2020
Sodium Lactate Injection
国药准字H62020619
化学药品
注射剂
7/22/2020
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