Dextrose 5% -500ml
Uses:
- To add fluids to your body after losing fluids
- To treat low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia)
- To treat high blood potassium levels
Dosage:
- Given by intravenous injection and dosage as directed by your doctor.
Warnings and precautions:
Talk to your doctor about all of your medical conditions before receiving this medication including
- Diabetes
- dehydration
- You are malnourished
- Have any type of impaired glucose metabolism
- You have difficulty urinating
- Problems with your kidneys
- Have recently suffered a brain injury
Possible side effects:
Stop using this product and seek immediate medical help if you develop:
- skin rash
- chills
- Red, swollen, blistered or peeling skin
- Tightness in your chest or throat
- Difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking