Dextrose 5% -500ml

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