Glucose 5%
Prescription neededIV fluids (drips)
Comes as:Drip (infusion)
Usual adult dose
Given into a vein in hospital to give water and some sugar, or to dilute other medicines. The amount and speed are set by the doctor. On its own it is not a treatment for dehydration from diarrhoea.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- pain or swelling where the drip goes in
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- high blood sugar
- confusion or seizures from low blood sodium if too much is given
- swelling or breathlessness
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Uncontrolled diabetes (use with caution)
- Head injury or brain swelling
- Low blood sodium
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.