About dextrose monohydr ate
Intravenous glucose solution
Used for
- Provides calories and glucose intravenously
- Treats low blood sugar when oral treatment is unsuitable
Usual adult dose
Dose and infusion rate depend on blood glucose, clinical needs, and monitoring.
Usual dose in children
Dose and infusion rate are weight-based and depend on blood glucose and monitoring.
Common side effects
- High blood sugar
- Vein irritation or inflammation
- Fluid or electrolyte imbalance
- Tissue injury if leakage occurs outside the vein
Important warnings
- Given intravenously by trained healthcare professionals
- Monitor blood sugar, fluid balance, and electrolytes
- Use caution with diabetes or impaired glucose handling
- Leakage into surrounding tissue can cause serious injury
Pregnancy
May be used when clinically needed; blood sugar and fluid balance require monitoring.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible; glucose is a normal body substance.
Interactions
- Insulin and other glucose-lowering medicines may require dose adjustment
- Corticosteroids can raise blood sugar
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.