About DEXTROSE 25%W/V
Concentrated intravenous glucose solution
Used for
- Treats severe low blood sugar when oral glucose is unsuitable.
- Provides glucose in selected intravenous nutrition regimens.
Usual adult dose
For severe hypoglycemia, dose is individualized by glucose level and local protocol; give intravenously with glucose monitoring.
Usual dose in children
For hypoglycemia, dosing is weight-based and age-specific; use pediatric protocols with glucose monitoring.
Common side effects
- High blood sugar
- Vein irritation or inflammation
- Tissue injury if fluid leaks outside the vein
- Fluid or electrolyte imbalance
Important warnings
- Concentrated solution requires careful intravenous administration and monitoring.
- Leakage into surrounding tissue can cause serious injury.
- Rapid or excessive administration may cause high blood sugar or fluid shifts.
- Use caution in diabetes and conditions requiring fluid restriction.
Pregnancy
May be used when clinically needed; treatment depends on the cause and requires glucose monitoring.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible when medically needed; maternal treatment should be monitored.
Interactions
- Insulin and glucose-lowering medicines may require dose adjustment.
- Corticosteroids can raise blood glucose.
- Some medicines may be incompatible when mixed in the same infusion.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.