Dextrose Fresenius 5 % 50 g/ 1 000 ml. Solution for infusion
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 17 May 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Source of calories and hydration.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 500 ml to 3 litres in 24 hours; Children: 100 ml/kg for 0-10 kg, 1000 ml + 50 ml/kg for 10-20 kg, 1500 ml + 20 ml/kg for >20 kg.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Paediatric population
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use with caution during pregnancy and labor; safety during lactation not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Catecholamines
- Steroids
- Vasopressin analogues
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to dextrose
- Uncompensated diabetes
- Hyperglycaemia
- Hyperlactataemia
Common side effects
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Hyperglycaemia
- Dehydration
- Infusion site irritation
Counselling Points
- Monitor blood glucose and electrolytes
- Infuse slowly to avoid complications
- Report any adverse reactions immediately
Serious warnings
- Risk of hyponatraemia
- Risk of hypersensitivity reactions
- Avoid rapid infusion
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