Dextrose

1. INDICATIONS AND USAGE 10% Dextrose Injection is indicated as source of water and calories.

• Important Administration Instructions 10% Dextrose Injection is intended for intravenous use
• Peripheral administration of 5% dextrose is generally acceptable, however, consider central vein when administering more than 5% dextrose or with an osmolarity of at least 900 mOsm/L or when there is peripheral vein irritation, phlebitis, and/or associated pain [see Warnings and Precautions ]
• Do not administer 10% Dextrose Injection simultaneously with blood products through the same administration set because of the possibility of pseudoagglutination or hemolysis
• To prevent air embolism, use a non-vented infusion set or close the vent on a vented set, avoid multiple connections, do not connect flexible containers in series, fully evacuate residual gas in the container prior to administration, do not pressurize the flexible container to increase flow rates, and if administration is controlled by a pumping device, turn off pump before the container runs dry
• Prior to infusion, visually inspect the diluted dextrose solution for particulate matter
• The solution should be clear and there should be no precipitates
• Do not administer unless solution is clear and container is undamaged
• Use of a final filter is recommended during administration of parenteral solutions, where possible
• Recommended Dosage The choice of dextrose concentration, rate and volume depends on the age, weight, clinical and metabolic conditions of the patient and concomitant therapy
• Electrolyte supplementation may be indicated according to the clinical needs of the patient. …

Injection: 10% (0.1 grams/mL): 10 grams of dextrose hydrous per 100 mL in flexible containers: 250 mL, 500 mL, and 1000 mL. (3)

• Clinically significant hyperglycemia
• Known hypersensitivity to dextrose

Other Products that Affect Glycemic Control, Vasopressin or Fluid and/or Electrolyte Balance: Monitor blood glucose concentrations, fluid balance, serum electrolyte concentrations and acid-base balance. (7.1) Pediatric Use: Increased risk of hypoglycemia/hyperglycemia; monitor serum glucose concentrations. (8.4) See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION. Revised: 12/2021

Hyperglycemia or Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State: Monitor blood glucose and administer insulin as needed. (5.1) Hypersensitivity Reactions: Monitor for signs and symptoms and discontinue infusion if reactions occur. (5.2) Vein Damage and Thrombosis: Consider central vein when administering more than 5% dextrose or with an osmolarity of at least 900 mOsm/L or when there is peripheral vein irritation, phlebitis, and/or associated pain. (2.2, 5.3) Hyponatremia: Avoid in patients with or at risk for hyponatremia. If use cannot be avoided, monitor serum sodium concentrations. (5.4) Electrolyte Imbalance and Fluid Overload: Avoid in patients with or at risk for fluid and/or solute overloading. …

The most common adverse reactions are, hyperglycemia, hypersensitivity reactions, hyponatremia, infection both systemic and at the injection site, vein thrombosis or phlebitis, and electrolyte imbalance. (6) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC at 1-800-551- 7176 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

8.1 Pregnancy Risk Summary Appropriate administration of 10% Dextrose Injection during pregnancy is not expected to cause adverse developmental outcomes, including congenital malformations. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with injectable dextrose solutions. The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. …

An increased infusion rate of 10% Dextrose Injection or administration of dextrose solutions can cause hyperglycemia, hyperosmolality, and adverse effects on water and electrolyte balance [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1, 5.5)]. Severe hyperglycemia and severe dilutional hyponatremia, and their complications, can be fatal. Discontinue infusion, reduce dose and institute appropriate corrective measures such as administration of exogenous insulin. …

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