5%
Dextrose in Water
Formulation:
Each
100ml contains 5g of Dextrose Monohydrate.
Osmolarity:
252 mOsm/L
pH:
3.2 to 6.5
Type:
Hypotonic
Availability:
1000ml, 500ml and 250ml
Indication:
Fluid loss, dehydration, hypernatremia and for caloric maintenance.
Precaution:
Use cautiously in patients who have renal and cardiac problems; and
can cause fluid overload.
