Dextrose 5% Infusion 500ml

DEXTROSE 5% INFUSIONcontains Dextrose which belongs to the group of medicines called Fluids and Electrolytes. It is used in adults and in children as a fluid replacement therapy to provide energy and to prevent fluid loss (dehydration) from the body. It acts as a source of calories (for energy) and water (for hydration) for our body. DEXTROSE 5% INFUSION can also be used as a diluent (liquid used for mixing) for another medications (such as heart medicines, stomach medicines, brain medicines) before administration. DEXTROSE 5% INFUSION will be administered to you only by your doctor or a nurse as a slow intravenous infusion (i.e., through veins).

Before DEXTROSE 5% INFUSION is given to you, inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes, bleeding in the brain or spine, sugar intolerance, damaged veins, or a very low urine output before receiving the medicine. During management with DEXTROSE 5% INFUSION your doctor will constantly monitor your blood sugar and electrolyte levels as a precaution.

DEXTROSE 5% INFUSION should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. The most common side effect of receiving DEXTROSE 5% INFUSION is pain, irritation and swelling at the injection site. Place an ice pack on the injected site to ease the irritation. If the symptom did not improve, inform your doctor.