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Can Xyrem(Sodium Oxybate) be taken safely through a PICC IV Line?
I have severe gastrointestinal issues which cause me to be fed thru a central line called a PICC and I also have severe sleep disorders which is why I was prescribed Xyrem. I have problems keeping liquid or solids on my stomach so I was told I could inject the Sodium Oxybate in my central line to bypass my stomach but I am a little weary of this cause my PICC goes into my heart and I dont want to damage my heart. Hopefully there is some medical professional out there reading this and can comment on my concerns. Thank you
Sodium Oxybate is in liquid form only and yes i have a double lumen PICC, one for TPN and one for Med's and fluids. Xyrem is the program you have to be a member of to get this medicine and my Dr has to be in the program as well. Xyrem is a very controlled substance because it can be easily abused. But my concern is if the Sodium Oxybate can harm the heart since the PICC runs from my bicep into my heart. I have read that this med was used in IV for anesteshia and does not harm the veins and yes i have been told it was ok to do but i want more opinions about this concern.
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- NLv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
Are you in the US? It looks like this drug has a limited distribution and only comes in an oral formulation.
Has your doctor actually advised you to take this intravenously? Pills cannot be used for IV injection.
You need to discuss this with your doctor. You will probably need to be prescribed something else that comes in IV formulation.
Drugs that come in IV formulation can be given via a PICC. As long as the drug is compatible with whatever other meds you take (incompatible drugs can increase the chance of catheter clogging).
You also need to have a dual lumen PICC because if you are on parenteral nutrition (TPN) you cannot inject meds through the same lumen as the TPN because it increases the risk of infection.
Bottom line: talk to your doctor
Source(s): PA surgical critical care I insert PICCs and also order TPN for patients
