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Indications

REMS


Contraind./Precautions

Contraindicated in:

Use Cautiously in:

Adv. Reactions/Side Effects

Endo: inappropriate insulin secretion (long-term use)

F and E: hypokalemia, hypophosphatemia, fluid overload, hypomagnesemia, hyponatremia

Local: local pain/irritation at IV site (hypertonic solution)

Metab: glycosuria, hyperglycemia

Misc: HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS (INCLUDING ANAPHYLAXIS)

Interactions

Drug-drug:

Availability

(Generic available)

Route/Dosage

Hydration (as 5% solution)

Hypoglycemia

US Brand Names

glucose, Glutose, Insta-glucose, Insulin Reaction

Action

  • Provides calories.
Therapeutic effects:
  • Provision of calories.
  • Prevention and treatment of hypoglycemia.

Classifications

Therapeutic Classification: caloric sources

Pharmacologic Classification: carbohydrates

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption: Well absorbed following oral administration.

Distribution: Widely distributed and rapidly utilized.

Metabolism/Excretion: Metabolized to carbon dioxide and water. When renal threshold is exceeded, dextrose is excreted unchanged by the kidneys.

Half-Life: Unknown.

Time/Action Profile

(effects on blood sugar in diabetic patients)

ROUTEONSETPEAKDURATION
POrapidrapidbrief
IVrapidrapidbrief



Patient/Family Teaching

Pronunciation

DEX-trose