Indications / Uses

Dextrose 10% is commonly used for:

• Hypoglycemia (moderate to severe low blood sugar)

• Neonatal hypoglycemia

• During insulin overdose (to counteract low sugar)

• Parenteral nutrition support

• Prevention of ketosis during fasting

• Treatment of dehydration when glucose support is needed

Often used when Dextrose 5% is not sufficient, but Dextrose 50% is too concentrated.