5% Glucose Solution (also known as 5% Dextrose Solution or D5W) is a sterile intravenous fluid containing 5 grams of D-glucose (dextrose) per 100 milliliters of water. This isotonic solution is a cornerstone in medical practice, primarily used to provide hydration and a readily available source of energy to patients.
Administered intravenously, it is crucial for individuals who are unable to consume fluids or nutrients orally, or those experiencing dehydration, hypoglycemia, or electrolyte imbalances. The glucose provides metabolic fuel, while the water helps restore fluid balance, making it a versatile and indispensable component of patient care.
Product Information
Description: A clear, sterile, and apyrogenic injectable solution.
Pharmacological Characteristics: Glucose is a nutrient readily metabolized by the body to provide energy, potentially reducing the need for lipids and proteins as energy sources in some cases. This can help in avoiding acidosis and ketosis that might result from their metabolism. Glucose solution serves as a source of water and calories and can induce diuresis depending on the patient’s clinical condition.
Indications: Indicated as a source of water, calories, and for osmotic diuresis. It is also used in cases of dehydration, calorie replacement, hypoglycemia, and as a vehicle for diluting compatible medications.
Contraindications:
- Glucose solutions without electrolytes should not be administered simultaneously with blood infusion due to the possibility of clotting.
- The use of glucose solutions is contraindicated in the following situations: hyperhydration, hyperglycemia, diabetes, acidosis, hypotonic dehydration, and hypokalemia.
Dosage and Directions for Use:
- The solution should only be administered intravenously and on an individual basis.
- Dosage must be determined by a physician and depends on the patient’s age, weight, clinical condition, the medication diluted in the solution, and laboratory determinations.
- Before administration, parenteral solutions must be visually inspected for the presence of particles, cloudiness in the solution, cracks, and/or any violations in the primary packaging.
Important Warnings:
- PARENTERAL SOLUTIONS MUST BE ADMINISTERED BY QUALIFIED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS. Self-medication or administration by untrained individuals can result in serious complications.
- ADMINISTRATION OF PARENTERAL SOLUTIONS REQUIRES CAREFUL ATTENTION TO PRESCRIBED DOSAGES. Errors in dilution or quantity administered can lead to serious or fatal adverse effects.
- PRODUCTS MUST BE STORED CORRECTLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS. Improper storage may lead to product contamination and loss of effectiveness.
- PARENTERAL SOLUTIONS MUST BE MONITORED AND ADMINISTRATION PROCESSED. Changes in parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels may indicate complications requiring immediate intervention.
- DO NOT USE if the vial seal is broken or the medication is cloudy.
- DO NOT USE medication that has PASSED ITS VALIDITY PERIOD, as this may result in loss of therapeutic efficacy and risk of adverse effects.
- Vials should be used immediately after opening and SHOULD NOT BE STORED for future use.
Presentation:
- Sol. Inj. of Glucose 5% – Box. 70 FR Plas. Trans. with 100mL – Closed Syst.
- Sol. Inj. of Glucose 5% – Box. 40 FR Plas. Trans. with 250mL – Closed Syst.
- Sol. Inj. of Glucose 5% – Box. 24 FR Plas. Trans. with 500mL – Closed Syst.
- Sol. Inj. of Glucose 5% – Box. 12 FR Plas. Trans. with 1000mL – Closed Syst.
Composition (per mL):
- Anhydrous glucose* ………………………………………………..50 mg*
- Water for injection qsp ………………………………………1 mL *Equivalent to 55 mg of glucose monohydrate
Nutritional Information:
- Caloric content………………………………………170 Kcal/L
- Osmolarity …………………………………………252 mOsm/L
- pH………………………………………………………………3.2 – 6.5
Shelf Life:
24 months from the date of manufacture.
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