Is Dextrose a Drug

Dextrose, when used as a medication, is given either by mouth (orally) or by injection. Dextrose is also known as D-glucose. Dextrose is used to treat very low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), most often in people with diabetes mellitus.

Is dextrose harmful to humans?

Dextrose use can lead to dangerously high blood sugar or fluid buildup in the body, which may cause swelling and fluid in the lungs. People with the following conditions should avoid dextrose: high blood sugar.

Is dextrose an alcohol?

Active Ingredient/Active MoietyIngredient NameBasis of StrengthStrengthAlcohol (Alcohol)Alcohol5 mL in 100 mLDextrose hydrous (Dextrose)Dextrose5 g in 100 mL