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Composition :

DEXTROSE-5%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Nirlife Healthcare

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ELECTROLYTE REPLACEMENT

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

5th Floor, Commerce House 5, Near Vodafone office, Behind YMCA club, Prahaladnagar Road, Ahmedabad-380051
Other Info - DEX0025

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FAQs

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that works by replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion quickly increases blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion should be used with caution in elderly patients due to increased risk of adverse reactions, especially in patients with impaired kidney function.

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion may be used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar). Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion quickly increases blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion with other medicines. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion is given to a breastfeeding mother only if doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Drive only if you are alert after taking Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion .

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Liver

Caution

Take Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion is given to children only if prescribed by a doctor.

About Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion belongs to a class of drugs called glucose-elevating agents used for fluid replacement and dehydration. Also, Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion may be used to treat severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood sugar) in diabetic patients. It is indicated as a source of water and calories. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients.

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience tenderness or pain at the injection site and flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation). Most of these side effects of Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion . If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion . Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

Uses of Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion

Fluid replacement, Dehydration, Severe Hypoglycaemia

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Medicinal Benefits

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion contains Dextrose, a simple sugar that helps in replacing the fluids and carbohydrates in the body. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration. Also, Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion works by quickly increasing blood sugar levels and helps to treat very low blood sugar in diabetic patients. Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion is used when a patient is unable to drink enough liquids or when extra fluids are needed.

Directions for Use

Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion

  • Tenderness or pain at the injection site
  • Flushing (redness, warmth or tingling sensation)

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion . If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before taking Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion . Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines, including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines and herbal products.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Special Advise

It is not recommended to administer Nirlife Dextrose 5% Infusion simultaneously with blood products as it might cause hemolysis (rupture of red blood cells) or pseudo agglutination (misleading appearance of clumping of red blood cells).

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
  • If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
  • Consume foods rich in water content such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussel sprouts, apples, etc.

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