Glucos B. Braun
Glucos. B. Braun is a glucose-containing infusion solution used to provide carbohydrates when you cannot eat normally or to raise low blood sugar levels.
Form
infuusioneste, liuos
Strength
300 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Glucose monohydrate
Manufacturer
B. Braun Melsungen AG
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will determine your dose based on your condition.
Method
This medicine is given as an infusion directly into a vein through a small tube.
Important
For adults and young people 14 years and older, the maximum dose is 20 ml/kg per day, with an infusion rate not exceeding 0.83 ml/kg per hour. For children, the maximum daily dose depends on age and weight.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Local pain at the infusion site
- •Irritation at the infusion site
- •Inflammation of the vein (phlebitis)
Important Warnings
- Do not use if your blood sugar is too high and requires a lot of insulin to control.
- Do not use if you have severe circulation problems, such as shock.
- Do not use if you have too much fluid in your body or fluid in your lungs.
- Do not use if you have acute heart failure or very low potassium in your blood that cannot be fixed.
- This medicine is usually not given if you have had a stroke recently, unless your doctor says it is very important for your recovery.
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- Your blood sugar, fluid, electrolytes (especially potassium), and acid-base balance will be monitored closely during treatment.
- If you notice pain, swelling, or redness at the infusion site, tell your doctor or nurse. They may need to change the infusion site.
- Do not mix this medicine with blood or give it through the same tube immediately before or after blood transfusion.
- For children, especially those under two years old, stopping a fast infusion suddenly can cause very low blood sugar.