Dextrose 5% in saline solution 500 ml (Al-Razi)

Uses:

• Dextrose and sodium chloride injection, is used as a source of water, electrolytes and calories

Contraindications:

• Dextrose-containing solutions are not to be used in patients with known allergies to corn or corn products

Warnings and precautions

• Should be used with extreme caution, however, in patients with congestive heart failure and severe renal insufficiency, and in clinical situations in which edema with sodium retention is present.
• Administration of dextrose and intravenous sodium chloride infusion can result in increased fluid and/or solute dilution leading to dilution of serum electrolyte concentrations, fluid overload, congestion states or pulmonary edema.
• Excessive administration of dextrose and sodium chloride infusion, may result in significant hypokalemia in patients with impaired renal function.
• Administration of dextrose and sodium chloride injection, may lead to sodium retention.

Possible side effects

Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if the following occur::

• Throat tightness
• Swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• you feel faint
• You find it hard to breathe
• Hives or itching on the face or body

How to use:

• As directed by your doctor. Dosage depends on the age, weight, and clinical condition of the patient as well as laboratory determinations