Hi! Thanks for your thoughtful comment — and no worries about the link, it’s always great to have additional context when discussing these kinds of topics.

You’re absolutely right that 0.9% Sodium Chloride (commonly known as normal saline) is primarily used for volume and electrolyte replacement, especially in IV therapy. But its applications go beyond that:

💧 Wound irrigation: It’s frequently used as a sterile solution to clean wounds and prevent infection.

💊 Diluent for medications: Many IV drugs are reconstituted or diluted with 0.9% NaCl due to its compatibility and isotonic nature.

👁️ Eye and nasal rinses: In some pharmaceutical forms, it’s also used in saline sprays and washes.

So yes, while volume replacement is the headline use, its role as a carrier, cleanser, and base solution in multiple pharmaceutical and medical procedures is equally important.

Let me know if you’d like more technical details on specific use cases — happy to help!