Dextrose Monohydrate
About Dextrose Monohydrate
Dextrose Monohydrate is used to treat low blood sugar levels. The powder form is used for screening gestational diabetes mellitus. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) occurs when blood glucose (sugar) drops below a healthy range. The common symptoms include sweating, extreme tiredness, hunger, paleness, rapid heart rate, lack of concentration, irritability or anxiety.
Dextrose Monohydrate contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
You are advised to use Dextrose Monohydrate for as long as your doctor has recommended based on your medical condition. It usually does not cause any side effects. Sometimes, it may cause diarrhoea, stomach upset, headache, fever or cold. Most of these side effects of Dextrose Monohydrate do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dextrose or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Dextrose Monohydrate. The powder form is not recommended for children below 4 years. You should check your blood sugar levels while on treatment with Dextrose Monohydrate.
Uses of Dextrose Monohydrate
Medicinal Benefits
Dextrose Monohydrate contains Dextrose, a simple sugar. The tablet form is used to treat low blood sugar levels. The powder form is used for screening gestational diabetes mellitus. The plasma glucose level is checked after 2 hours of consumption. Dextrose works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Dextrose Monohydrate
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach upset
- Headache
- Fever
- Cold
Drug Warnings
Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dextrose or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Dextrose Monohydrate. The powder form is not recommended for children below 4 years. You should check your blood sugar levels while using Dextrose Monohydrate. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms persist or worsen after using Dextrose Monohydrate.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionThe interaction of alcohol with Dextrose Monohydrate is unknown. However, it is better to avoid alcohol consumption with Dextrose Monohydrate. Please discuss this with your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorDextrose Monohydrate is given to pregnant women only if your doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking Dextrose Monohydrate. Dextrose Monohydrate is given to a breastfeeding mother only if your doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
cautionDrive only if you are alert after taking Dextrose Monohydrate.
Liver
consult your doctorThere are no interactions found. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Dextrose Monohydrate in patients with Liver diseases/conditions.
Kidney
consult your doctorThere are no interactions found. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Dextrose Monohydrate in patients with Kidney diseases/conditions.
Children
cautionThe powder form is not recommended for children below 4 years. The tablet form is given to children only if advised by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar):
Consider a snack before leaving home if you know it’ll be more than 5 hours until your next meal.
It’s better to keep carbohydrate-rich snacks on hand at all times, such as fresh or dried fruits, hard candies, jelly beans, fruit juice, and gumdrops.
It is advised to check your sugar 1 to 2 hours before exercise and if it is too low, eat a carbohydrate-rich snack or a small meal.
Gestational diabetes:
It is recommended to perform 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise 5 to 7 days per week.
Include carbohydrate foods such as brown rice, whole grains, starchy vegetables, low-sugar fruits, beans, peas, lentils and other legumes.
Take good sources of protein such as fish (tuna and swordfish to be avoided), poultry, lean meats and tofu.
Include healthy fat sources in your diet, such as olive oil, seeds, avocado and unsalted salts.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar): It occurs when blood glucose (sugar) drops below a healthy range. It occurs mostly in diabetic patients. Taking too much medication, not eating enough, skipping meals, or exercising more than usual leads to low blood sugar if you have diabetes. The common symptoms include sweating, extreme tiredness, hunger, paleness, rapid heart rate, lack of concentration, irritability or anxiety.
Gestational diabetes mellitus: High blood sugar levels during pregnancy are called Gestational diabetes mellitus. It usually develops between the 24th and 28th weeks of pregnancy. It’s rare for gestational diabetes to cause symptoms. Your doctor may test for gestational diabetes if you have certain risk factors. However, if you experience diabetes symptoms such as blurred vision, excessive thirst, extreme tiredness, excessive urge to urinate or yeast infections, they may be mild.
FAQs
Dextrose in tablet form is used to treat low blood sugar levels. The powder form is used for screening gestational diabetes mellitus.
Dextrose Monohydrate contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that quickly increases blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.
Dextrose Monohydrate may cause diarrhoea in some patients. It is usually a temporary side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
Maintain a healthy diet by regularly consuming carbohydrates such as bread and products containing starch and sugar. Eat your meals regularly, and do not exercise heavily for longer durations with an empty stomach.
Consult your doctor before taking Dextrose Monohydrate with other medicines. Also, inform your doctor about all your medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.
