Dextrose 5% in water is injected into a vein through an IV to replace lost fluids and provide carbohydrates to the body.
dextrose-iv-soln
This medicine is used as a source of carbohydrate and as diluent (a substance used to dilute something) for intravenous infusion.
Contradications
This medicine is contraindicated in patients suffering from glucose-galactose malabsorption (unable to absorb nutrients from diet)
Side effects
Patients administered with this medicine may rarely experience a severe allergic reaction characterized by rash (change in color and texture of skin), itching, swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness (feeling like sleeping), and trouble breathing.
Expert Advice
- Keep this medicine away from children.
- Store this medicine away from direct sunlight.
- Take help of a medical heath professional in administering this medicine.
FAQs
Why would you give dextrose IV?
What class of medicine is dextrose?
It is a monosaccharide carbohydrate.
Does dextrose increase blood pressure?
In some patients, dextrose infusion resulted in increased blood pressure.
Can I drive while using pladex 5?
This medicine has no affect on a person’s consciousness or alertness, therefore, drive as long as you feel safe.
How long does it take for dextrose to kick in?
Your symptoms should improve within 20 minutes.
Medicines containing dextrose-iv-soln
PLADEX-5 (PIGGY PACK) 100 ML INFUSION
By Otsuka
Rs.85.02
