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Presentation
25g in 250ml Infusion Soft Pack
Pharmacology
A slightly hypertonic crystalloid solution
composition
- Sugar - 10% dextrose
- Water

Actions
- Provides a source of energy
- Supplies body water
Metabolism
Dextrose
- Broken down in most tissues
- Stored in liver and muscle as glycogen

Water
- Extreted by the kidneys
- Distributed throughout total body water, mainly in the extracellular fluid compartment
Primary Emergency Indications
Diabetic hypoglycaemic (RBG <4mmol/l in Pts with an altered conscious state who are unable to self administer oral glucose
Contraindications
Nil of significance in above indication
Precautions
Nil of significance in above indication
Route of Administration
IV infusion
Side Effects
nil of significance in above indication
Special Notes
Intravenous Effects:


Onset 3 minutes



Duration: Depends on severity of
hypoglycaemic episode