REMS
Contraindicated in:
Use Cautiously in:
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)
Drug-drug:
Hydration (as 5% solution)
Hypoglycemia
Absorption: Well absorbed following oral administration.
Distribution: Widely distributed and rapidly utilized.
Half-Life: Unknown.
(effects on blood sugar in diabetic patients)
ROUTE | ONSET | PEAK | DURATION |
PO | rapid | rapid | brief |
IV | rapid | rapid | brief |