4.3% Dextrose in water is a hypertonic, sterile, and nonpyrogenic solution of Dextrose, USP in water that is administered intravenously. Dextrose Water 4.3% comes in 500 mL volume.
What is Dextrose Saline Solution?
Dextrose Solution, which is also known as Intravenous Sugar Solution is a mixture of sugar (Dextrose) and water. It is injected into the body to replace lost fluids and provide carbohydrates to the body.
What is Dextrose Saline used for?
Dextrose Saline is a solution used to treat water loss or low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). Dextrose Solution 4.3% is also used as a diluent – that is, a liquid used to dilute medicines to be administered to a patient intravenously.
When do you give Dextrose?
Dextrose Water 4.3% is administered in the treatment of insulin shock, high blood potassium, dehydration, fever, hyperthyroidism and high blood calcium. Dextrose Water 4.3% is also given as nutritional support to patients who cannot eat because of injury, illness or other medical condition.
Dextrose Water 4.3% Side Effects
Side effects of Dextrose Saline 4.3% may include irritation or swelling of the vein in which it is given. Prolonged or increased administration of Dextrose Saline 4.3% can also result in high blood sugar.
Dextrose Water 4.3% Contraindications
Dextrose Water 4.3% may be contraindicated in patients with a history, or current having any of the listed medical conditions –
- Diabetes;
- low levels of blood potassium, or any electrolyte imbalance;
- breathing problems;
- kidney or liver disease; or
- known allergy to foods or medicines.
Dextrose Water 4.3% Dosage
Dextrose Water 4.3% administration should be directed by a physician. Usage and dosage depends on the age, weight and clinical condition and laboratory indications of the patient.
Dextrose Water 4.3% Price in Nigeria
Dextrose Water 4.3% is available for purchase on Drugstore.ng, the largest online pharmacy in Nigeria.
