About Glucose Anhydrous 5% W/V
Intravenous glucose solution
Used for
- Provides water and calories when taken by mouth is not possible.
- Helps prevent or treat low blood glucose in selected situations.
- Used as a fluid vehicle for compatible intravenous medicines.
Usual adult dose
Individualised to fluid and glucose needs; given by intravenous infusion with monitoring.
Usual dose in children
Individualised by age, weight, and clinical needs; given by intravenous infusion with monitoring.
Common side effects
- High blood glucose
- Fluid overload and swelling
- Low blood sodium
- Irritation or inflammation at the infusion site
Important warnings
- Use cautiously in diabetes, heart or kidney problems, and impaired fluid balance.
- Blood glucose, fluid balance, and electrolytes may require monitoring.
- Rapid or excessive infusion can cause fluid overload or dangerously low sodium.
- Not suitable as the sole source of nutrition.
Pregnancy
May be used when clinically needed; dose and fluid balance should be monitored.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible when clinically needed; consider the mother's fluid and glucose status.
Interactions
- May affect blood glucose control and diabetes medicines.
- Compatibility varies; some medicines must not be mixed in the 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.