oral glucose Flashcards
Trade names for oral glucose
Glutose
Insta-Glucose
Others
Classes for oral glucose
Carbohydrate
Hyperglycemic
Standard supply for oral glucose
Tube of gel
MOA for oral glucose
Increases glucose levels in the blood
Indication for oral glucose
Hypoglycemia
Contraindications for oral glucose
The patient can’t protect their airway
Nausea and vomiting
Adverse reactions to oral glucose
Nausea
Vomiting
Routes of administration for oral glucose
Buccal
Sublingual
Onset/Peak/Duration for oral glucose
Variable
Adult dosages for oral glucose
15-50 Gm
May repeat the dose
Pediatric dosages for oral glucose
5-50 Gm
May repeat the dose
Special considerations for oral glucose
Check the blood glucose level before and after each administration