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Dextrose overview
BRAND NAMES:
SmartRx MLD Kit, Kabiven, Perikabiven
Generic Names:
Dextrose
Uses:
Provides your body with extra water and carbohydrates (calories from sugar). Dextrose is used in many different health conditions.
Therapeutic Classes:
Parenteral Solution
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Dextrose used for?
What form(s) does Dextrose come in?
Injectable
What are common Dextrose dosages?
Flex Cont 50ML of 5%
Flex Cont 100ML of 5%
Flex Cont 250ML of 5%
Flex Cont 500ML of 5%
Flex Cont 1000ML of 5%
Flex Cont 1000ML of 10%
Vial 50ML of 50%
Plas Cont 2000ML of 70%
Syringe 50ML of 50%
Dextrose images - What does Dextrose look like?
Dextrose
2000ml of 70% bottleDextrose
1000ml of 10% flex contDextrose
1000ml of 5% flex contDextrose
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250ml of 5% flex contDextrose
25ml of 5% flex contDextrose
500ml of 10% flex contDextrose
500ml of 5% flex contDextrose
50ml of 5% flex contDextrose
10ml of 250mg/ml syringeDextrose
50ml of 50% syringeDextrose
50ml of 50% vial
How to take Dextrose
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYou may be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
Injection routeUse a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine.
If you do not need to use all of the medicine in a package, throw away the leftover medicine. Do not save any to use later.
If you do not need to use all of the medicine in a package, throw away the leftover medicine. Do not save any to use later.
Injection routeUse a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Injection routeYou may be taught how to give your medicine at home. Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
What to do if you miss a dose of Dextrose
Call your doctor, pharmacist, treatment clinic, or home health caregiver for instructions. The exact instructions depend on the reason you are receiving this medicine.
Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose
Injection routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any leftover medicine, containers, and other supplies. Throw away old medicine after the expiration date has passed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Dextrose contraindications - Who shouldn't take Dextrose?
You should not receive blood through the same tube that you are receiving dextrose through.
Dextrose warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have diabetes.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. This is especially important if this medicine is being given to a baby.
Swelling, redness, bleeding, or pain where the needle is placed.
Trouble breathing.
Dextrose interactions & what to avoid when taking Dextrose
Do not add anything to the dextrose solution unless your caregiver tells you to. Dextrose is often used with other medicines or nutrients (such as vitamins and minerals), but not all medicines and nutrients are safe to mix together and must be done using a special technique to prevent contamination.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. This is especially important if this medicine is being given to a baby.
Dextrose side effects - How does Dextrose make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Severe swelling, especially in your feet, legs, hands, or arms.
Fever.
Trouble breathing.
Swelling, redness, bleeding, or pain where the needle is placed.
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