D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml belongs to a class of drugs called glucose-elevating agents used for fluid replacement and dehydration. Also, D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml may be used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar) in diabetic patients. It is indicated as a source of water and calories. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience tenderness or pain at the injection site and flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation). Most of these side effects of D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml. D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients. D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml is used when a patient is unable to drink enough liquids or when extra fluids are needed.

• Tenderness or pain at the injection site
• Flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation)

If you are allergic to D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml. D10 Dextrose 10% Injection 500 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

• Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
• If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
• Consume foods rich in water content such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussel sprouts, apples, etc.