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Dextrose 5% Water I.V.
Quick Overview
Dextrose 5% in water is injected into a vein through an IV to replace lost fluids and provide carbohydrates to the body.
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*Federal law requires School Health to receive a signed Medical Authorization Form and a copy of the physician’s state license BEFORE shipping this product. A doctor’s prescription does not satisfy Federal requirements. See Rx tab for more details.
Dextrose 5% in water is used to treat low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), insulin shock, or dehydration (fluid loss). Dextrose 5% in water is also given for nutritional support to patients who are unable to eat because of illness, injury, or other medical condition.
Features and Benefits:
- Provides a source of calories
- Readily metabolized
- May decrease losses of body protein and nitrogen
- Promotes glycogen deposition
- Decreases or prevents ketosis if sufficient doses are provided
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