COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF LOSS OF FLUIDS LEADING TO HYPOTENSION AND/OR HYPOVOLEMIA

The present invention is directed to a composition containing at least one salt and at least one natural or synthetic high molecular weight, non-ionic, hydrophilic polymer. When in a liquid form, the composition is ready for infusion or injection to patients that suffer from loss of fluids that causes reduced volume and/or pressure in the systemic circulation. The composition is also suitable for treatment of organ conditions where blood flow is impaired or insufficient, resulting in organ distress, including tissue loss. The invention also relates to use as a prophylaxis to prevent medical consequences of anticipated conditions where depleted circulatory fluids, low blood pressure, or impaired organ perfusion require correction.