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D5W
Question | Answer |
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GENERIC NAME | 5% dextrose in water |
BRAND NAME | D5W |
CLASS | Hypotonic dextrose-containing solution |
MECHANISM OF ACTION | D5W provides nutrients in the form of dextrose as well as free water. |
INDICATIONS | IV access for emergency drugs; for dilution of concentrated drugs for intravenous infusion. |
CONTRAINDICATIONS | D5W should not be used as a fluid replacement for Hypovolemic states. |
ADVERSE REACTIONS | Rare in therapeutic dosages. |
NOTES ON ADMINISTRATION | None |
INCOMPATABILITIES/DRUG INTERACTIONS | D5W should not be used with phenytoin (dilantin) or amrinone (inocor) |
DOSE/ROUTE | D5W is usually administered through a minidrip (60 drops/ml) set at a rate of “to keep open” (TKO) |
ONSET OF ACTION | N/A |
PEAK EFFECTS | N/A |
DURATION OF ACTION | Short term therapy |
AZ DRUG BOX SUPPLY RANGE | (1) 250 ml bag. (optional) |