Dextrose 50%

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.