Due to its participation in various metabolic processes glucose has a diverse effect on the body: it enhances redox processes, improves antitoxic function of the liver, entering the tissues, is phosphorylated by turning into glucose-6-phosphate, which is actively involved in many parts of the body’s metabolism, being a source of valuable easily digestible nutrient.
During glucose metabolism in tissues a significant amount of energy is released, necessary for vital activity of the body.
Indications
Fainting, Hypoglycemia, Weakness and fatigue, Tachycardia, DizzinessHypoglycemia, Carbohydrate deficiency.
Active ingredient
Dextrose
Composition
Active substances:
Dextrose monohydrate-500 mg;
Auxiliary substances:
Talc – 6 mg,
Stearic acid – 4 mg.
How to take, the dosage
Glucose tablets are taken orally at 0.5 – 2.5 – 5 g (1-10 tablets) per administration, the tablets can be broken, chewed, or sucked up.
The dose can be increased if necessary.
Re-taking is possible with regard to body weight, not exceeding a dose of 0.3 g/kg/hr.
The tablets should be taken 1-1.5 hours before meals because of possible decreased appetite after glucose intake.
Special Instructions
Glucose tablets are a source of easily available nutrient, but are not a full substitute for a balanced diet.
There are no data on the effect of the drug on the ability to drive vehicles and perform other potentially dangerous activities that require high concentration and rapid psychomotor reactions.
Synopsis
The tablets are white, flat-cylindrical, beveled and ribbed.
Contraindications
Diabetes mellitus (except in cases of hypoglycemia)
Side effects
Decreased appetite, hyperglycemia (in case of diabetes mellitus or overdose).
Overdose
Symptoms: hyperglycemia, glucosuria, hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma, hyperhydration, disruption of water-electrolyte balance, increased liponeogenesis with increased production of CO2, which leads to a sharp increase in minute respiratory volume and, consequently, respiratory rate; fatty liver infiltration.
Treatment: stop glucose administration, inject insulin, symptomatic therapy.
Pregnancy use
Using the drug during pregnancy and breast-feeding is possible under indications. It is necessary to consult a physician.
Similarities
Dextrose, Glucose Solution, Glucose
Weight | 0.020 kg |
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Shelf life | 5 years |
Conditions of storage | At a temperature not exceeding 25 0C. Keep out of reach of children. |
Manufacturer | Pharmstandard-Leksredstva, Russia |
Medication form | pills |
Brand | Pharmstandard-Leksredstva |
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