Generic
Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5%
1 brands available in the market
At a glance
Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5% is a combination medicine used as short-term fluid replacement after trauma.
Description
Dextran 40 and Dextrose are derived from natural sources of sugar (glucose) and work by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding. Plasma is required to circulate red blood cells that deliver oxygen throughout the body.
Indications
- Short term fluid replacement after trauma
Therapeutic class
Plasma volume expanders
Pharmacological class
Plasma Volume Expander
Pharmacology
Dextran 40 and Dextrose are derived from natural sources of sugar (glucose) and work by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding.
Mechanism of action
Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5% restores blood plasma volume, which helps circulate red blood cells.
Dosage
Adult: Dose depends on the severity of the patient's condition; as determined by the physician.
Administration
This medicine is given as an IV infusion by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self administer.
Missed dose
Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5% is an infusion medicine given by healthcare professionals.
Side effects
No common side effects seen.
Precautions & warnings
Intended for use in hospitalised patients. Probably unsafe in kidney disease (avoid). Limited information available for use in liver disease.
Contraindications
No known contraindications.
Drug interactions
No adequate information on drug interactions is available.
Food interactions
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5%. Please consult your doctor.
Use in pregnancy
Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5% may be unsafe during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Pregnancy Category: N/A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Information regarding the use of Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5% during breastfeeding is not available.
Pediatric use
No specific dosage recommendation for pediatric patients.
Geriatric use
No specific dosage adjustment is necessary for elderly patients.
Renal / hepatic impairment
Renal impairment: Probably unsafe; avoid use.
Hepatic impairment: Limited information is available.
Overdose effects
No adequate information on overdose is available.
Storage conditions
Store as per manufacturer's instructions.
Chemical structure
Dextran 40 10% + Dextrose 5%