Is D5 a Vesicant?

Examples of non-vesicant solutions and medications include:
D5W. Normal saline.

What IV fluids are Vesicants?

Some common examples of vesicant medications and fluids include vancomycin, potassium chloride, calcium gluconate, dopamine, and Dilantin.

Which drugs are Vesicants?

Vesicants: Drugs that can result in tissue necrosis or formation of blisters when accidentally infused into tissue surrounding a vein[14]. They include Actinomycin D, Dactinomycin, Daunorubicin, Doxorubicin, Epirubicin, Idarubicin, Mitomycin C, Vinblastine, Vindesine, Vincristine, and Vinorelbine.

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