Question: is lactated ringer's hypotonic solution?
Answer: That's why isotonic solutions such as 0.9% sodium chloride, Ringer's lactate, Ringer's acetate, and dextrose 5% in water (D5W), are given to expand circulating volume and replace actual fluid losses. ... * Commonly infused hypotonic solutions include 0.45% sodium chloride or 0.25% sodium chloride (with or without D5W).