Glucose N.S.: description of the medicine and its use
Glucose N.S. is a medical drug that contains dextrose, also known as glucose. Glucose N.S. is available in the form of a 40% injection solution and is used to treat various diseases associated with impaired blood glucose levels.
Manufacturers Glucose N.S. – Novosibkhimpharm company (Russia). The international name of the drug is Dextrose, and there are also several synonyms, including Glucose, Glucose anhydride, Glucose for intravenous infusion 50 g/l, Glucose-Senderesis, Glucose-E, Glucose monohydrate, Glucosteril, Glucosteril 10%, Glucosteril 20%, Dexaqua, Dexoride, Dextrose 10%, Dextrose 20%, Dextrose 5%.
Glucose N.S. belongs to the pharmaceutical group of sugars and sweeteners and is used for the treatment of hypoglycemia, hypoglycemic coma, hypovolemia, dehydration, shock, collapse, intoxication (in surgical, trauma, resuscitation practice), as well as for the preparation of drug solutions.
Contraindications to the use of Glucose N.S. include diabetes mellitus and various conditions accompanied by hyperglycemia. When using the drug, side effects may occur, such as fever, tissue inflammation at the injection site, thrombosis and/or thrombophlebitis, which are usually associated with violations of asepsis during the preparation of the solution or injection technique, hypervolemia and acute left ventricular failure.
There is no data on the interaction of Glucose N.S. with other medications or about an overdose of the drug. However, before using Glucose N.S. You should consult your doctor who will tell you about the correct dosage and possible side effects.
Special instructions for the use of Glucose N.S. are missing. This drug is an important tool in resuscitation practice and is widely used to maintain blood glucose levels during surgery and other critical conditions.
In conclusion, Glucose N.S. is an important medicine that is widely used in medical practice to treat various conditions associated with impaired blood glucose levels. Before using the drug, you should consult your doctor and follow his recommendations regarding dosage and method of use. It is also necessary to follow the rules of asepsis when preparing the solution and injection technique to avoid possible side effects. If any adverse reactions to the drug occur, you should immediately consult a doctor.