PaciDex 10D

(Dextrose 10%)

Composition:

One liter of fluid contains 100 gram of dextrose.

PaciDex 10D is available in:

• 500ml
• 1000ml

Indications:

• Used to correct significant hypoglycemia
• Can be used as a source of energy

Dosaage and Administration:

The dose is dependent upon the age, weight, and clinical condition of the patient. However, for non-diabetics, the maximum infusion rate should be 4mg/kg/minute. At this rate the hepatic glucose production is minimized and peripheral glucose uptake maximized.