DNS Infusion

DNS 10% bottle injection contains dextrose and sodium-chloride electrolytes solution which works by restoring body fluid and electrolytes lost during any surgery, trauma and provides calories in the body. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of the components of this medicine as well as if you have a high blood sugar level. It may cause side effects like an allergic reaction, shivering, fever, infection at the site of injection, formation of a blood clot at the site of injection, increase in body fluid level causing facial swelling, leg swelling, decrease in the sodium level in the body.

DNS injection is to be given by a doctor or any healthcare worker under the doctor’s observation and not to be self-administered. This medicine is for intravenous use only. Always consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or lactation.

Dosage

Overdose

DNS 10% bottle injection will be given under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse, Hence, an overdose is unlikely. However, if you notice generalised or local swelling on your legs and face or feel any discomforts immediately and report to your doctor.

Missed a Dose

DNS 10% bottle injection will be given under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse, so missing a dose is highly unlikely.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

DNS 10% bottle injection contains a solution of dextrose and sodium-chloride electrolytes which works by restoring body fluid and electrolytes lost during any surgery, trauma or any kind of loss.

Directions for Use

• DNS 10% bottle injection will be given by your doctor or any other healthcare worker under a doctor’s observation.
• The bottle should not be removed from the container until ready to use and before tearing the overwrap it should be observed visually for any kind of contamination, change in colour, crystal formation, leakage or any kind of damage.
• Before adding any medicine or any other additives in this bottle, always consult your doctor or pharmacist or any health care worker available there.
• After the addition of other medicine or additives, mix them thoroughly, observe for any crystal formation and ensure that solution is clear.
• This medicine is only for intravenous use.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use DNS 10% bottle injection during pregnancy?

Your doctor will only give it to you if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Can I use DNS 10% bottle injection while breastfeeding?

There is limited information regarding the use of DNS fluid in lactating mothers, so always consult your doctor before taking this medicine while breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive after using DNS 10% bottle injection?

There is limited information about the effects of DNS injection on driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with DNS 10% bottle injection?

Alcohol can add to the side effects caused by this medicine, like change in salt and water balance, so avoid consuming alcohol with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have an allergy due to any of the components of this medicine.
• You have high blood sugar.
• You have low sodium levels.
• You have low potassium levels.
• You notice swelling around your legs and face.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to any of the components of DNS 10% bottle injection.
• If you have a high blood sugar level.

Side effects

• Shivering
• Fever
• Increase in body fluid level causing facial swelling
• Leg swelling
• Decrease in sodium level in the body

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Excretion of Sodium and Lithium substances may increase during the administration of this medicine.
• Always inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatments for any other disorders.

Storage and disposal

• Keep DNS 10% bottle injection out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store it at room temperature.
• Avoid exposure to excessive heat.
• Do not use this medicine after its expiry date.
• Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is DNS 10% bottle injection a steroid?

No, this medicine contains dextrose and sodium chloride, which can be used to restore body fluid and electrolyte level.

What food or diet plan I must follow while using DNS 10% bottle injection?

As per data, there are no restrictions for any food, but as this medicine can increase the blood sugar level in the body, you must avoid excessive sugar consumption while taking this medicine.

What is the composition of DNS?

The composition of DNS consists of dextrose and sodium-chloride electrolytes solution.

How do you use DNS injection?

DNS 10% bottle injection will be given by your doctor or any other healthcare worker under a doctor’s observation. Do not self-inject.