teex d50

50% Dextrose Class

Carbohydrate
50% Dextrose Actions

Elevate blood glucose levels
50% Dextrose Indications
- 1. hypoglycemia
- 2. coma of unknown origin
50% Dextrose contraindications

None in emergency
50% Dextrose Precautions
- 1. Blood sample must be drawn prior to administration
- 2. verify IV patency
50% Dextrose Side Effects
- 1. Local venous irritation
- 2. possible tissue necrosis if infiltrated
50% Dextrose Dosage

25gm (50mL)
50% Dextrose Route

IV
50% Dextrose How supplied

prefilled syringe: 25gm / 50mL (50% solution)
50% Dextrose Pediatric Dosage
- .5-1gm / kg slow IV
- Dilute 1:1 with sterile water to form a 25% solution

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teex d50

Description

teex medic 50% dextrose d50

Updated

2010-06-20T21:19:25Z

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