Dextrose 10% Injection 500ml

Dextrose 10% Injection is a sterile solution containing dextrose, a simple sugar, as its active pharmaceutical ingredient. It is administered intravenously to provide a source of fluid and calories to patients who are unable to consume adequate oral nutrition or are experiencing fluid deficits. This solution helps to restore fluid balance, maintain electrolyte equilibrium, and supply readily available energy for metabolic processes.

It is indicated for conditions involving dehydration, hypovolemia, and situations requiring parenteral nutrition support, such as during surgical recovery, severe illness, or when oral intake is contraindicated. The 500ml presentation provides a specific volume for controlled administration. Dextrose is metabolized to carbon dioxide and water, releasing energy, making it a crucial component for maintaining metabolic function and preventing protein catabolism.

Its use is essential in managing conditions where energy supply and fluid replacement are critical for patient recovery and physiological stability. Administration is strictly performed by healthcare professionals in a clinical setting.

Dosage

Overdose

Dextrose Injection is administered by a healthcare professional, making an overdose unlikely. However, if any discomfort or specific symptoms are experienced, inform your doctor or seek immediate medical attention.

Missed a Dose

As Dextrose Injection is administered in a monitored healthcare setting, a missed dose is improbable. If a dose is believed to have been missed, inform your doctor or nurse immediately.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Dextrose works by increasing the fluid volume in the body caused due to fluid loss.

Directions for Use

Dextrose Injection is administered intravenously by a qualified healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Self-administration of this medicine is not permitted.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Limited information exists regarding Dextrose Injection use during pregnancy. It may be administered if deemed necessary by a physician after evaluating the potential benefits against risks.

Breast Feeding

Dextrose Injection can be used during breastfeeding with caution. Consultation with a physician is advised for nursing mothers.

Driving

If dizziness or altered consciousness occurs after administration, avoid driving or operating machinery.

Alcohol

Information on alcohol interaction with Dextrose Injection is limited. Consult a physician regarding alcohol consumption during treatment.

Other General Warnings

Consult your physician if you:

• Experience a decrease in the level of potassium or other electrolyte imbalances.
• Are undergoing a blood transfusion.
• Have diabetes or pre-diabetes.
• Experience swelling, fluid overload, or an acid-base imbalance.
• Have kidney or heart disease.
• Are considering its use in infants or children.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to dextrose, corn or corn products or any other ingredients of Dextrose Injection.
• Dextrose should not be administered simultaneously with blood.

Side effects

• Injection site reaction
• Increased blood volume

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Dextrose Injection works or Dextrose itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.

Storage and disposal

• Store Dextrose Injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why is Dextrose Injection given to me?

Dextrose is given to patients with fluid loss, dehyration, decreased calorie intake and also if you have low blood sugar levels.

How is Dextrose given?

Dextrose will be given to you via intravenous (IV) route.