no
dexamthasone
The ratio of dextrose to volume in D5W is 5 grams of dextrose in every 100 milliliters of IV fluid. This means the weight of dextrose is 5% of the volume of IV fluid in a D5W solution.
Dilantin
It is the solution Dextrose 5% in water
Dextrose 5% In Water (IV)
Yes it can be given slow IV push and can be diluted with Normal Saline or D5W
Flumazenil IV.
15
Dextrose is used to describe glucose when manmade for IV use. D5W is an abbreviation for 5% dextrose in water, a common IV solution.
The questioner does not give the AMOUNT of Valium in his possession at the time of their arrest. Valium is a Schedule IV narcotic.
Certain medications can crystallize when mixed with D5W (5% dextrose in water), including some forms of amphotericin B, phenytoin, and certain calcium-containing solutions. The crystallization often occurs due to incompatibilities between the drug and the dextrose solution. It's essential to consult specific drug compatibility references or guidelines before mixing medications with D5W to avoid potential complications. Always consult a pharmacist or healthcare provider for the most accurate and tailored advice.
D5W is a preparation of IV solution that has 5% dextrose in pure water (so no salt, unlike normal saline which contains salt). It is mainly used to maintain a patient's blood sugar if they are not able to eat for some reason, as would be the case before a surgery, or if you were worried about them becoming hypoglycemic.