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Dextrose (glucose) is a form of natural sugar that is normally produced by the liver. Glucose is a source of energy, and all the cells and organs in your body need glucose to function properly. Glucose as a medication is given either by mouth (orally) or by injection.
Dextrose is used to treat very low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), most often in people with diabetes mellitus. Dextrose is given by injection to treat insulin shock (low blood sugar caused by using insulin and then not eating a meal or eating enough food afterward). This medicine works by quickly increasing the amount of glucose in your blood.
Dextrose is also used to provide carbohydrate calories to a person who cannot eat because of illness, trauma, or other medical condition. It is sometimes given to people who are sick from drinking too much alcohol.
Dextrose may also be used to treat hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium in your blood).
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
You should not take Dextrose tablets, liquid, or gel if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in these forms of the medicine.
If possible before you receive this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
diabetes (unless you are using glucose to treat insulin-induced hypoglycemia);
heart disease, coronary artery disease, or a stroke;
asthma;
kidney disease;
a possible head injury;
alcoholism; or
any food allergies.
Ask a doctor before using Dextrose if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Use Dextrose exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
The chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.
If you take Dextrose gel in a pre-measured tube, be sure to swallow the entire contents of the tube to get a full dose.
Your hypoglycemia symptoms should improve in about 10 minutes after taking oral Dextrose. If not, take another dose. Seek medical attention if you still have hypoglycemia symptoms after taking two doses.
Dextrose injection is given through an IV into a vein. Do not inject this medicine into a muscle or under the skin. The injection should be given only as an intravenous (IV) injection and should be given slowly. Tell your caregivers if you feel any burning, pain, or swelling around the IV needle when Dextrose is injected.
You may be shown how to use an IV at home. Do not give yourself Dextrose injection if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used.
Use a disposable needle, syringe, or prefilled syringe only once. Follow any state or local laws about throwing away used needles and syringes. Use a puncture-proof "sharps" disposal container (ask your pharmacist where to get one and how to throw it away). Keep this container out of the reach of children and pets.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Check the expiration date on your medicine label each time you use this medicine. If the medicine has been stored for a long time, the expiration date may have passed and the Dextrose may not work as well.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the medicine container tightly closed when not in use.
Since Dextrose is used when needed, it does not have a daily dosing schedule. Call your doctor promptly if your symptoms do not improve after using glucose.
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Dextrose: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Tell your caregivers or call your doctor right away if you have:
redness, swelling, warmth, or skin changes where an injection was given;
confusion;
a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
fever;
swelling in your hands or feet; or
sweating, pale skin, severe shortness of breath, chest pain.
Common side effects of a Dextrose injection may include:
pain or tenderness where an injection was given; or
flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling) for several minutes after a Dextrose injection.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Other drugs may interact with glucose, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
Further informationRemember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use Dextrose only for the indication prescribed.
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.
Source: Drugs.com Dextrose 10% (www.drugs.com/dextrose.html).
Note: This document contains side effect information about glucose. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Dextrose.
Applies to glucose: oral gel, oral liquid, oral tablet chewable
Other dosage forms:
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Further informationAlways consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
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Professional resourcesMedically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.
Source: Drugs.com Dextrose 10% (www.drugs.com/dextrose.html).
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