Dextrose 50%

From Practice Parameters
Jump to navigation Jump to search

Section 8 - MEDICATION GUIDELINES

ANTIDIABETICS

Dextrose 50% (D 50W) / Simple Sugar

DESCRIPTION:

  • Dextrose is a simple sugar that the body can rapidly metabolize while in hypoglycemic states.

INDICATIONS:

  • Hypoglycemia, Alcoholism with coma, and Altered Level of Consciousness.

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

  • None.

PRECAUTIONS:

  • Draw blood sample or perform finger stick and determine blood sugar level prior to administration.
  • Ensure adequate and patent venous access.

DOSAGE:

  • 25 gm IVP AND refer to specific PRACTICE PARAMETER for repeated doses.
  • Pediatrics - Dilute D50% to D25% and refer to Handtevy System for pediatric dosage.