NATIONAL
CALIFORNIA
VENTURA
category
mechanism
- A monosaccharide which is a source of calories for cell metabolism.
indications
- Hypoglycemia
contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to corn or corn products
dosing
Adult:
Oral: 15 to 20 g as a single dose; repeat in 15 minutes if continued hypoglycemia
Pediatric:
Oral: 0.3 g/kg as a single dose, maximum dose: 15 to 20 g/dose, repeat in 15 minutes if continued hypoglycemia
administration
Must be swallowed to be absorbed - buccal absorption has been shown to be minimal
onset
10 minutes
peak
40 minutes
duration
notes
- Altered mental status: In patients with impaired consciousness, oral glucose administration may increase the risk of aspiration
dosage form
Multiple forms and concentrations of gels, liquids and tablets
adverse reactions
- Endocrine & metabolic
- Glycosuria
- Rebound hyperglycemia (over correcting hypoglycemia)
structure