Dextrose 5% (IV Infusion)
500 ml bag: ৳ 71.08
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Dextrose |
| Company | Osl pharma limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of carbohydrate and fluid depletions
- Replacement of water deficiency
- Emergency management of hyperkalaemia
- Treatment of diabetic ketoacidosis
Pharmacology
- Form of glucose (sugar)
- Injected into a vein through IV
- Treats low blood sugar, insulin shock, and dehydration
- Provides carbohydrates for nutritional support
Dosage
- Dose varies based on clinical condition, age, and body surface area
- Maximum rate of infusion without glycosuria
- Recommended flow rate for adults
- Oral powder dosage for adults and children
Administration
- Check infusion set and solution prior to use
- Insert the spike of the administration set to the Eurocap
- Clean venipuncture site with antiseptic solution
- Adjust drip speed while starting infusion
Contraindications
- Allergy to dextrose
- Diabetes
- Breathing problems
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Kidney or liver disease
- Food or drug allergy
- Regular blood transfusions
Side Effects
- Severe burning, pain, or swelling around IV needle
- Warmth, redness, oozing, or bleeding at IV site
- High blood sugar, headache, trouble concentrating
- Low potassium, anxiety, sweating, pale skin
Pregnancy & Lactation
- FDA pregnancy category C
- Potential impact on unborn baby and nursing baby
Precautions & Warnings
- Carefully monitor serum glucose concentration
- Concurrent use of insulin for diabetic patients
- Do not mix with whole blood
- Discontinue infusion if rigor arises
- Avoid use if solution is cloudy or expired
Therapeutic Class
- Intravenous fluid preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C
- Away from light & moisture
- Keep out of reach of children