Dextrose 5 Infusion Benefits & Uses

Dextrose 5 Infusion is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Dehydration

Other Benefits

Hypoglycemia

Dextrose 5 Infusion Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Dextrose 5 Infusion Related Warnings

Is the use of Dextrose 5 Infusion safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Dextrose Infusion during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Dextrose 5 Infusion safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Dextrose Infusion for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dextrose 5 Infusion on the Kidneys?

Dextrose Infusion is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dextrose 5 Infusion on the Liver?

Dextrose Infusion is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dextrose 5 Infusion on the Heart?

Dextrose Infusion is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Dextrose 5 Infusion Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dextrose 5 Infusion unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Edema
Potassium Deficiency
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Hyperkalemia

Frequently asked Questions about Dextrose 5 Infusion

Is this Dextrose 5 Infusion habit forming or addictive?

Dextrose 5 Infusion is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dextrose 5 Infusion does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Dextrose 5 Infusion is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Dextrose 5 Infusion in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Dextrose 5 Infusion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dextrose 5 Infusion

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Dextrose 5 Infusion to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Dextrose 5 Infusion

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dextrose 5 Infusion with alcohol will be.

Unknown