Dextrose
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Definition of Dextrose
Dextrose is a type of sugar; better known today as glucose; a monosaccharide or
simple sugar that is about 20% less sweet compared to cane sugar. [4]
Synonyms: D-glucose, anhydrous; dextrosol; dextrose U.S.P. anhydrous; corn
sugar; grape sugar
Characteristics [1]
Molecular Weight: 180.16
Chemical Formula: C6H12O6
Appearance: Colorless crystals or white crystalline powder.
Odor: Odorless.
Solubility: 1 g/1.1 ml water @ 25C (77F).
Density: 1.54 @ 25C/4C
pH: 5.9 For 0.5 M aqueous solution
Uses
5% Dextrose Injection, USP - a source of water and calories and may also be used
as diluent for reconstitution of a powdered drug product packaged in a vial with a
20 mm closure. [2] SIDE EFFECTS: Redness or pain at the injection site may occur.
[3] It is also used for treatment of hypoglycemia. [4]
Warning
Hypertonic solutions (>10%) may cause thrombosis if infused via peripheral veins or
via a central venous catheter. Rapid administration of hypertonic solutions may
produce significant hyperglycemia, glycosuria, and shifts in electrolytes; this may
result in dehydration, hyperosmolar syndrome, coma, and even death. [5] Discuss
with your doctor before use this material.
Reference
[1] http://www.jt baker.com/msds/englishhtml/d0835.htm [2]
http://www.drugs.com/pro/dextrose-injection-mini-bag.html [3]
http://www.medicinenet.com/dextrose_solution-intravenous/article.htm [4]
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/now/dex.html [5]
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/drugs/dextrose-038800.htm
Dextrose is a type of sugar; better known today as glucose; a monosaccharide or
simple sugar that is about 20% less sweet compared to cane sugar. [4]
Synonyms: D-glucose, anhydrous; dextrosol; dextrose U.S.P. anhydrous; corn
sugar; grape sugar
Characteristics [1]
Molecular Weight: 180.16
Chemical Formula: C6H12O6
Appearance: Colorless crystals or white crystalline powder.
Odor: Odorless.
Solubility: 1 g/1.1 ml water @ 25C (77F).
Density: 1.54 @ 25C/4C
pH: 5.9 For 0.5 M aqueous solution
Uses
5% Dextrose Injection, USP - a source of water and calories and may also be used
as diluent for reconstitution of a powdered drug product packaged in a vial with a
20 mm closure. [2] SIDE EFFECTS: Redness or pain at the injection site may occur.
[3] It is also used for treatment of hypoglycemia. [4]
Warning
Hypertonic solutions (>10%) may cause thrombosis if infused via peripheral veins or
via a central venous catheter. Rapid administration of hypertonic solutions may
produce significant hyperglycemia, glycosuria, and shifts in electrolytes; this may
result in dehydration, hyperosmolar syndrome, coma, and even death. [5] Discuss
with your doctor before use this material.
Reference
[1] http://www.jt baker.com/msds/englishhtml/d0835.htm [2]
http://www.drugs.com/pro/dextrose-injection-mini-bag.html [3]
http://www.medicinenet.com/dextrose_solution-intravenous/article.htm [4]
http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/now/dex.html [5]
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/drugs/dextrose-038800.htm
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