Glucose 10% is a sterile hypertonic solution of glucose 10% w/v in Water for Injections, containing no preservatives. pH 3.5 to 6.5. Glucose 10% Injection is hypertonic and should preferably be administered via an IV catheter in a large central vein. If a peripheral vein is used a large arm vein should be selected and the infusion site changed daily. The rate of infusion should not exceed 0.5 g/kg/h to avoid glycosuria. Contraindication: Diabetic coma occurs when blood sugar levels are excessively high. Glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome. Anuria. Intraspinal or intracranial haemorrhage. In dehydrated delirium tremens patients. Known allergy to corn (maize) and corn products. Patients at risk for ischaemic stroke. Use after an ischaemic stroke episode. For more information click below: Brochure Consumer Medicine Information *This product image is only for reference.
