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Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225%
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At a glance
Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225% is an intravenous fluid preparation used for short-term fluid replacement after trauma.
Description
Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225% is a combination intravenous solution that works by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding. Plasma is required to circulate red blood cells that deliver oxygen throughout the body. This solution contains 10% Dextrose and 0.225% Sodium Chloride.
Indications
- Short-term fluid replacement after trauma
Therapeutic class
Intravenous fluid preparations
Pharmacological class
Intravenous Fluid Preparation
Pharmacology
Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225% is a combination solution that works by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding. Plasma is required to circulate red blood cells that deliver oxygen throughout the body.
Mechanism of action
Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225% provides water, electrolytes, and glucose to the body to replenish fluid deficits.
Dosage
Dosage depends on the severity of the patient's condition; as determined by the physician.
Administration
Administered intravenously by healthcare professionals.
Missed dose
This solution is administered by healthcare professionals. You cannot miss a dose yourself.
Side effects
No common side effects seen.
Precautions & warnings
Intended for use in hospitalised patients. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes or kidney disease. Probably unsafe in kidney disease (avoid). Probably safe in liver disease.
Contraindications
Known allergy to corn or corn products (solutions containing dextrose).
Drug interactions
No known drug interactions.
Food interactions
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225%. Please consult your doctor.
Use in pregnancy
Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225% may be unsafe during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Information regarding the use 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. Caution in renal impairment.
Hepatic impairment: Probably safe; dose adjustment may not be needed.
Overdose effects
No adequate information on overdose is available.
Storage conditions
Store as per manufacturer's instructions.
Chemical structure
Dextrose 10% + Sodium Chloride 0.225%