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Dextrose 5 is often used to supplement glucose for subjects prone to hypoglycemia such as malnutrition, increased metabolism under stress or trauma, alcohol poisoning. Uses and things to pay attention to when using Dextrose 5 specifically, please refer to the article below.
1. Learn about the use of Dextrose 5
When you cannot drink enough water or are in need of additional fluids, dextrose will be used to provide fluids containing sugars to supply the body. Dextrose will be available as an intravenous injection.
Dextrose in the form of a solution, an injection with a concentration of 25mg/50ml.
2. How is Dextrose 5 used?
This is a prescription drug and prescribed by a doctor. Dextrose is usually given by injection in a hospital or doctor's office. In case you use Dextrose at home, you will need specific instructions from your doctor.
Note to keep Dextrose medicine and tools to be used such as syringes, needles out of reach of children. Do not reuse needles or other equipment, but dispose of them immediately after use at a designated place.
In case the Dextrose solution contains insoluble or discolored components or if the vial is chipped, it should not be used.
When you miss a dose, contact your doctor for advice and instructions.
3. Correct way to store Dextrose
Medicines should be stored at room temperature, in a cool, dry, protected from light. In case the medicine is not used or the medicine has expired, it should be disposed of in the prescribed place, do not throw the medicine into the toilet or water pipe unless requested.
4. Dosage of the drug Dextrose
The dosage information below is for reference only and is not a substitute for advice from a doctor, so always consult your doctor or before deciding to use.
Dosage for adults:
In the treatment of hypoglycemia: use from 10 to 25g, can be repeated in severe cases; In the treatment of hyperkalemia: use 25-50g in combination with 10 units of regular insulin, infused over 30-60 minutes and can be repeated if necessary. Or apply an alternative dose of 25g in combination with 5-10 units of insulin, infused over 5 minutes; can be repeated if necessary. Dosage for children:
In the treatment of hypoglycemia: Children from under 6 months old use 0.25-0.5g/kg for each dose. For 6 months and older, use 0.5-1 g/kg for each dose. In severe cases, the dose can be repeated, but only up to 25g/dose is allowed; In the treatment of hyperkalemia: Children and neonates use 0.5-1g/kg in combination with regular insulin (1 dose per 4-5g dextrose), infused over 2 hours and may be repeated in school. necessary case.
5. Some side effects of drugs
Common side effects such as increased urination, pain, rash, swelling at the injection site. See your doctor if symptoms persist and bother you; The following are less common serious side effects that you should see your doctor right away: a serious allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing, chest tightness, swelling of your face or mouth, confusion, muscle cramps, seizures, Swollen hands and feet, fatigue.
6. Note before using Dextrose
Here are some medical conditions that can affect the use of the drug, so you need to tell your doctor in advance:
Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding (*); Need to notify in advance about drugs being used from prescription to non-prescription drugs, vitamins, functional foods, herbs or are following a special diet; Are allergic to the ingredients of the drug, food or other substances; If you have liver complications; Confusion, poor memory, bleeding in the head or spine; Have diabetes, high blood pressure; Have hypokalemia; Peripheral edema (swelling of hands, feet, legs), pulmonary edema (taking dextrose can make these conditions worse). (*): Currently, there are not enough studies to determine the risks of taking Dextrose during pregnancy or breast-feeding, but to be on the safe side, consult your doctor. specific advice. The drug belongs to a category C drug (ie, may pose a risk) to pregnancy, as recognized by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
7. Incompatibilities and interactions of the drug Dextrose
When using high doses of Dextrose together with Digoxin causes electrolyte disturbances (hypokalemia); Solutions containing Dextrose and pH < 6 can cause indomethacin precipitation.
8. What to do if a dose is missed?
In case you miss a dose, take it back as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Note: Do not take double the prescribed dose.
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