DEXTROSE 25%

Question 1

Generic/Trade Name

DEXTROSE 25%

Answer 1

DEXTROSE 25%

Question 2

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Drug Classification:

Answer 2

Carbohydrate

Question 3

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Mechanism of Action:

Answer 3

Raises blood glucose simply by added presence directly into vasculature

Question 4

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Pharmacokinetics

Answer 4

• Onset of Action < 1 minute
• Peak Effects = Varies
• Duration of Effect = Varies
• Half-Life = N/A

Question 5

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Indications & Contraindications

Answer 5

Indications/Field Use:
• Hypoglycemia

Contraindications:
• None EMS

Question 6

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Side Effects/Adverse Reactions:

Answer 6

Tissue necrosis/phlebitis at injection site

Question 7

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Pedi Dose:

Answer 7

(PEDI): 0.5-1.0g/kg slow IV, IO

Question 8

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Precautions:

Answer 8

For 1-8yrs old patients

Caution patient with increased ICP or cerebral edema

Question 9

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Drug-Drug Interactions:

Answer 9

None EMS