Glucose 5 % w/v Viaflo inf. sol. i.v. 75 x 50 ml

What glucose 5% contains

The active ingredient is sugar (glucose): 50 g per liter.

The other ingredient is water for injection.

Glucose 5% must NOT be used if you suffer from any of the following conditions.

• Untreated diabetes, i.e., when your blood sugar levels reach abnormally high levels (decompensated diabetes mellitus);

• Glucose intolerance, e.g.:

when the metabolism does not function properly, such as in serious illnesses (metabolic stress situations);

• Hyperosmolar coma (unconsciousness), a form of coma that can occur if you have diabetes and do not receive enough medication;

• an abnormally high blood sugar level (hyperglycemia);

• an abnormally high lactate level in the blood (hyperlactatemia);

• An intolerance (hypersensitivity) to glucose. This can occur in patients who are allergic to corn.

This is a medecine available without a prescription.. Do not use long without medical advice. Read the instructions carefully. Keep this medicine out of the reach of children. Keep the manual as it contains important information. Ask for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Consult your doctor if adverse reactions.

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