Sodium acetate is a compound used for electrolyte replenishment and total parenteral nutrition (TPN) therapy. Sodium Acetate is chemically designated CH3COONa, a hygroscopic powder very soluble in water.
- Mechanism
- Curator reviewed
It works as a source of sodium ions especially in cases of hyponatremic patients. Sodium has a primary role in regulating extracellular fluid volume. It controls water distribution, fluid and electrolyte balance and the osmotic pressure of body fluids. Sodium is also involved in nerve conduction, muscle contraction, acid-base balance and cell nutrient uptake.
- Primary indication
- Injection, USP 40 mEq is indicated as a source of sodium, for addition to large volume intravenous fluids to prevent or correct hyponatremia in patients with restricted or no oral intake.Curator reviewed · 12 structured indications
- Formula / weight
- C2H3NaO2 · 82.0338 g/mol (avg)
- First approval
- Canada, 1998 · United States, 1969
- Also known as
- acetic acid, sodium salt
- Code names
- Fema no. 3024
- Brand names
Resolves to
VMHLLURERBWHNL-UHFFFAOYSA-MSMILES[Na+].CC([O-])=OWhat you can answer from here — as of September 11, 2026
Which other approved drugs treat the same conditions as Sodium acetate, and which companies have late-stage candidates in those indications?
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