Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection Medication Information

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Generic Name : Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection

Brand Names or Trade Names of Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection

International :

Dextrose, sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride

Why is Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a sterile, nonpyrogenic solution for fluid and electrolyte replenishment, indicated as a source of water, electrolytes and calories or as an alkalinizing agent.

When should Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection?

Dose is based on the age, weight and clinical condition of the patient.

How should Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Dextrose 5% in Lactated Ringer's Injection?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart failure, decreased potassium level, liver or kidney problem, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.