Lab Chemical
DEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE
SKU: RXSOL-60-6604-414
Dextrose serves to replenish lost nutrients and electrolytes. The agent provides metabolic energy and is the primary ingredient in oral rehydration salts (ORS) and is used in intravenous (IV) fluids to provide nutrients to patients under intensive care who are unable to receive them by the oral route.
Application
Dextrose Monohydrate is the monohydrate form of D-glucose, a natural monosaccharide and carbohydrate. Dextrose serves to replenish lost nutrients and electrolytes. ... It is used therapeutically in fluid and nutrient replacement.
Dosage
10 to 25 grams/dose (20 to 50 mL of a 50% solution) IV to restore blood glucose concentrations. In severe cases, repeat doses may be needed. Subsequent continuous IV infusion of dextrose 10% injection may be necessary to stabilize serum glucose concentrations in some individuals.
