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5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml

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Composition

DEXTROSE-5GM

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml belongs to a class of drugs called glucose-elevating agents used for fluid replacement and dehydration. Also, 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml may be used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar) in diabetic patients. It is indicated as a source of water and calories. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience tenderness or pain at the injection site and flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation). Most of these side effects of 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml. 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

Uses of 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml

Fluid replacement, Dehydration, Severe Hypoglycaemia

Medicinal Benefits

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients. 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml is used when a patient is unable to drink enough liquids or when extra fluids are needed.

Directions for Use

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml

  • Tenderness or pain at the injection site
  • Flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation)

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml. 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you ever had asthma, kidney or heart disease, head injury, stroke, diabetes or coronary artery disease, inform your doctor before taking 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml. 

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
  • If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
  • Consume foods rich in water content such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussel sprouts, apples, etc.

Special Advise

It is not recommended to administer 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml simultaneously with blood products as it might cause hemolysis (rupture of red blood cells) or pseudo agglutination (misleading appearance of clumping of red blood cells).

Disease/Condition Glossary

Dehydration: Dehydration is the loss of body fluids more than what you take in. It could occur due to inadequate fluid intake, illness, sweating, excess urination, diarrhoea, or vomiting. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

Severe hypoglycaemia: It is defined as low blood glucose levels which require assistance from other people to treat. It is an emergency condition that requires immediate medical attention and occurs in diabetic people taking insulin and other anti-diabetic medicines. The symptoms include loss of consciousness, fits, confusion or intense nightmares while asleep. The risk of severe hypoglycaemia in diabetic patients increases if the regular meal is delayed or missed, insulin overdose, alcohol intake or exercise is done without proper reduction in medication.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - 5DD0002

FAQs

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that works by replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml quickly increases blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to increased risk of adverse reactions, especially in patients with impaired kidney function.
5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml may be used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar). 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml quickly increases blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml with other medicines. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml is given to a breastfeeding mother only if doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Drive only if you are alert after taking 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml.

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Liver

Caution

Take 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take 5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

5D Dextrose 5% Injection 500 ml is given to children only if prescribed by a doctor.

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